Superior Insurance Partners
We are currently seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager to join our high-growth, fast-paced company. This position will report to the VP of Finance and play a key role in onboarding and supporting acquired agencies with agency management system (“AMS”) and accounting responsibilities. Desire to work at a growth-oriented business with a focus on acquisitions and integrations is highly valued. The chosen candidate will be a team player and will manage a team of staff accountants and assist with all elements of the accounting function, including production report and accounting reconciliation, general ledger accounting, month-end close and reconciliation of banking transactions.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
*Job Responsibilities:* * Manage a team of staff accountants and assist them in efficiently completing their day-to-day duties. * Assist the Controller with the integrations process for Superior agencies, including AMS data entry and reconciliation, general ledger and bank statement reconciliation, and ongoing AMS and accounting support as needed. * Implement efficient accounting procedures and work with agency employees in executing month-end close in an increasingly complex environment. * Optimize relationships with fellow managers, financial institutions, and outside accountants, other professional business partners, and agency principals and employees. * Act as mentor to current accounting staff and assist Controller in developing a growing team. * Assist in the creation of ad hoc financial analyses for agency partners.
*Required Criteria* * 5+ years’ experience working with small to mid-size multi-location companies. * Experience at an Accounting Manager level or ready to take next step into this role. * Proficiency in Applied EPIC and/or AMS360 * Insurance industry experience * Experience with total G/L and Financial Reporting responsibility. * Experience building and approving accounting policies and procedures in a high-growth environment. * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including advance skills), Word, Outlook and preferably Power Point. * Must be able to multi-task and meet agreed upon deadlines. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced/high-growth environment. * Local to the greater Chicago area.
*Preferred Criteria* * CPA or CMA * Private equity experience * Experience reconciling carrier commission statements
*Job Type:*
Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities
Ability to Commute: * Chicago, IL 60601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: * Chicago, IL 60601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
*Job Responsibilities:* * Manage a team of staff accountants and assist them in efficiently completing their day-to-day duties. * Assist the Controller with the integrations process for Superior agencies, including AMS data entry and reconciliation, general ledger and bank statement reconciliation, and ongoing AMS and accounting support as needed. * Implement efficient accounting procedures and work with agency employees in executing month-end close in an increasingly complex environment. * Optimize relationships with fellow managers, financial institutions, and outside accountants, other professional business partners, and agency principals and employees. * Act as mentor to current accounting staff and assist Controller in developing a growing team. * Assist in the creation of ad hoc financial analyses for agency partners.
*Required Criteria* * 5+ years’ experience working with small to mid-size multi-location companies. * Experience at an Accounting Manager level or ready to take next step into this role. * Proficiency in Applied EPIC and/or AMS360 * Insurance industry experience * Experience with total G/L and Financial Reporting responsibility. * Experience building and approving accounting policies and procedures in a high-growth environment. * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including advance skills), Word, Outlook and preferably Power Point. * Must be able to multi-task and meet agreed upon deadlines. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced/high-growth environment. * Local to the greater Chicago area.
*Preferred Criteria* * CPA or CMA * Private equity experience * Experience reconciling carrier commission statements
*Job Type:*
Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: * Bonus opportunities
Ability to Commute: * Chicago, IL 60601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: * Chicago, IL 60601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person