Accounting Manager

Branch Financial, LLC • Columbus, OH

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Accounting Manager reports to the Director, Accounting. This person will lead the strategy around our accounting policy and reporting, month-end Close, GAAP, and various reporting processes. They’ll oversee a growing team of accountants dedicated to telling the Branch story.
We’re building a technology-first and data-driven digital finance organization while eliminating traditional structural inefficiencies. We need an experienced accounting manager to optimize the reporting process flow and serve as a subject matter expert on Branch’s policy, function, and results. The ideal candidate should not be afraid to roll their sleeves up to ensure we’re achieving industry-best outcomes all while making sure we’re delivering on our promise to our members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA required.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in insurance accounting and GAAP.
• Three (3) or more years in an accounting people management role within the P&C insurance industry is required.
• Creative, out-of-the-box thinker who refuses to accept the status quo
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proven track record of prioritizing work and managing multiple projects, in addition to the daily workload
• Ability to work independently and manage ambiguity
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Instinctually identify opportunities and create a data-supported solution
• Excellent understanding of technology and its relation to the accounting process

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting processes and automation for key cycles within the environment.
• Support the development of key accounting policies
• Develop a strategy for anticipated reporting requirements and execute their fulfillment in a Branch-Like (automated, seamless, accurate, innovative) format.
• Drive continuous improvement by proactively identifying opportunities and implementing process iterations as the organization evolves.
• Take leadership of research within any new accounting pronouncements and develop solutions anticipating their impacts on Branch financials.
• Manage relationships with third-party consultants over various processes including taxes, audits, and system implementations.
• Establish and execute playbooks for complex, significant, and unusual business transactions.
• Supports a transparent risk-reduction and controls-aware culture throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Above-market salary - Branch is a data-driven company, so we do the math on salaries, too. If you get an offer from Branch, you can expect compensation that hits above the mark.
• Pay equity and transparency - Our pay isn’t just market-driven, it’s equitable. We let experience and performance drive your success, never your gender, race, orientation, or beliefs.
• Remote-first (with perks) - Work from where you’re most comfortable. We’ll take care of your work from home set-up and monthly internet. We also have a Columbus headquarters if you’d like to join us in an office.
• Flexible YouTime - We don’t just let you control your own time off. We actually encourage you to use it. After your first year at Branch, we’ll give you $1000 toward your next vacation.
• Employee stock options - You’re not just an employee. If you’re full-time, you’re also a part-owner. You’ll have stock options so you can invest in the company you’re helping to grow.
• Medical, vision, dental - Get all the coverage you need for a healthy, happy life.
• 401k and contribution matching - Invest in your future. Branch helps you get to retirement on time with a portion of your contributions matched each month.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees