BMS
Posted Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:00 AM
About BMS
BMS Group is a dynamic, independent global broker established in 1980, delivering specialist insurance, reinsurance, and capital markets advisory services. Our purpose is to help people, businesses and communities flourish and prosper in a world of risk.
As a global brand with offices located across the US, Canada, Latin America, Australia, Europe and Asia, BMS Group maintains a strong local focus and understanding of market needs. Being independent gives our brokers the freedom to deliver the best solutions and combined with our collaborative team approach, single platform worldwide and renowned personal service, we are the independent broker of choice.
This position will work for BMS Re, the specialist reinsurance arm of BMS Group. BMS Re is reshaping reinsurance by aligning interests with our clients and enhancing their success with advice and delivery models that service their unique needs. BMS Re has a proven ability to execute in reinsurance and capital markets worldwide.
For more information on BMS and BMS Re, visit us online at bmsgroup.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Position Overview The Accounting Analyst is responsible for a comprehensive range of corporate accounting and operational finance functions. This position not only manages core accounting processes—such as accounts payable, account reconciliations, and expense reporting—but also partners in cash management, oversees internal controls, process improvements, and financial system operations to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant accounting practices across the organization. This role will serve as a key contact and business partner for other internal business units.
Core Accounting Functions Serve as a business partner to internal teams by managing the accounts payable function, ensuring seamless invoice review through software utilization and by coordinating timely, accurate payments
Analysis of cashflow and forecasting; monitor daily management as well as supporting cashflow during the annual budgeting process
Lead initiatives to streamline expense submission and review, expense reporting, and close processes, with a focus on scalability and automation
Assist in optimizing working capital by proactively managing payment schedules and cash disbursements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making
Administer employee expense reporting and corporate credit card programs (e.g., AMEX, Concur), ensuring adherence to internal policies
Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP
Maintain fixed asset schedules, record depreciation, and conduct annual internal audit across US offices, coordinating with key business partners.
Analysis and tracking of prepaid expenses and other amortization schedules
Manage lease payment processing, including rent, utilities, and service charges
Support month-end close processes in collaboration with the Accounting Manager and Finance team
Prepare and submit tax filings, including multi-jurisdictional sales/use tax and annual 1099s
Coordinate wire transfers, ACH processing, and fraud prevention controls
Develop and maintain SOPs for accounting operations
Support internal and external audits (annually)
Cross-Functional Collaboration Hold regular meetings with Executive Assistants ensuring their support of the firm and related expense submissions follow proper accounting process
Partner with Finance team and other business units to support budgeting and forecasting within areas of responsibility
Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure effective system integrations and reporting solutions
Participate in system migrations, policy updates, compliance reviews, and special projects related to reinsurance operations and financial transformation
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred), or related major
2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within insurance, reinsurance, or financial services.
Strong understanding of US GAAP, general ledger processes
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; experience working across local and international teams
Experience with ERP systems and intermediate/advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work well independently and in collaboration within a team.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a global, client-driven environment.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
What’s in it for me? This role offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, including the following offerings:
comprehensive medical and dental plan options for you and your dependents
vision, short-and long-term disability and life insurance options
401(k) with company match
employer funded health saving accounts
identity theft and legal services
fitness and wellness reimbursement
generous leave policies, including parental leave
paid holidays, volunteer days and your birthday off!
opportunity to purchase equity
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide marker range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary advanced to the desired candidate will be based on a number of factors, including geographic location and the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the desired candidate.
Employment Practices BMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) vision, we are committed to ‘building a culture of belonging for all, valuing diverse perspectives and embracing authenticity.’ As such, we have created our ‘BMS Together’ program, with dedicated training, collaborative committees and intentional partnerships.
BMS offers flexible and hybrid working policies and we’re happy to discuss options with you upon application. Please let our team know if you require any adjustments to support you through the application process.
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