GAAP Accounting Manager
About The Position
This position will report to the Controller We are seeking a forward-thinking and highly-motivated GAAP Accounting Manager. As Ledgebrook scales, our Finance Function will be evolving into a highly agile, tech-enabled team that leverages modern tools - including AI - to drive accuracy, efficiency and insight. In this role, we are seeking a GAAP Accounting Manager who is excited not only about accounting excellence, but also about how technology can transform finance operations. You will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting and ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial statements across all Ledgebrook entities. But, alongside this day-to-day work, we want someone who is continuously curious about how we could be more efficient and utilise a more tech-first approach.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the insurance industry.
- Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting, specializing in premium recognition, deferred acquisition cost, claims and reserves.
- Familiarity with accounting software (general ledger experience) and proficient in Microsoft Excel. Workday experience is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a collaborative and fast-paced setting.
- Important - only for candidates applying from the U.S.: Please note: This position is open only to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
Nice To Haves
- Ideally experience implementing or improving finance systems or processes
- Ideally some familiarity with AI-powered tools in accounting or finance operations
Responsibilities
- Oversee the end-to-end process to prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Mentor and supervise other accounting team members, including management of GAAP Accountant
- Own and manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes for all entities to ensure timely and accurate reporting, including performing detailed balance sheet and income statement analysis, identifying and resolving variances.
- Leverage modern finance tools and AI-based solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting insights
- Lead process improvement and automation of accounting workflows
- Coordinate and be the key point of contact with external auditors during the audit process.
- Assist with the design, implementation and maintenance of the company’s internal control environment.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, product, tech & data) to support ad hoc projects and new business initiatives, as required in a scaling environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary and meaningful equity
- Full remote flexibility and asynchronous work culture
- Unlimited PTO and fully paid sick leave
- Autonomy, purpose, and the chance to shape something from the ground up
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
