Accountant

Bridge Specialty Group•New Hyde Park, NY

22d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is s eeking an Accountant to join our growing team in New Hyde Park, NY! The Accountant is responsible to assist in certain aspects of banking, vendor payables, escheatment, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, financial forecasting and budgeting, and certain reconciliations. How You Will Contribute : Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger entries. Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, and provide income statements flux analysis. Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. Analyze financial data and identify trends to support business decisions. Reconcile Surplus Lines Taxes. Maintain policy files and documentation. Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies. Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation. Assisting with forecasting/budgeting preparation. Maintains security by following internal controls and segregation of duties. Correspond with internal and external entities via phone, mail, and email to respond to questions. Participate in internal leadership meetings to provide insights and support strategic decision‑making. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum education required bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent in relevant experience.
Proficient with MS Office Suite
Exceptional telephone demeanor
Valid Driver License
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Some insurance related courses or industry related knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger entries.
Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, and provide income statements flux analysis.
Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
Analyze financial data and identify trends to support business decisions.
Reconcile Surplus Lines Taxes.
Maintain policy files and documentation.
Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation.
Assisting with forecasting/budgeting preparation.
Maintains security by following internal controls and segregation of duties.
Correspond with internal and external entities via phone, mail, and email to respond to questions.
Participate in internal leadership meetings to provide insights and support strategic decision‑making.
Perform other related duties as assigned.