Insurance Accountant

Hagerty

101d

About The Position

As an Insurance Accountant, you will be responsible for recording revenue and expenses associated with our insurance operations. This includes accounting for premiums payable to carrier partners, commissions earned by Hagerty, and commissions payable to brokers who refer business. Ready to get in the driver’s seat? Join us!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Experience in Public Accounting or Industry.
• Proficient in MS Office Products, Excel in particular.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all levels of employees.
• Excellent analysis, problem solving and communication skills.
• Handle multiple responsibilities, adhere to strict deadlines, and manage competing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation preferred, not required.
• Insurance industry and/or public company experience preferred.
• Familiarity with public company requirements, including Sarbanes Oxley and key regulations, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex supporting workpapers, reconciliations, and monthly journal entries in support of insurance operations.
• Coordinate settlement of accounts with insurance companies and brokers.
• Calculate and record expected profit sharing and override commissions.
• Provide commentary on flux analysis for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Work closely with FP&A team to develop budgets and forecasts and to explain variances.
• Review workpapers and reconciliations for non-complex areas.
• Maintain documentation of processes and procedures, updating internal controls as needed, and supporting SOX compliance.
• Assist with quarterly and annual SEC reporting, and annual audits.
• Seek to be well-informed on transactions and initiatives that may impact accounting practices, financial statements, or financial results.
• Perform ad-hoc projects and tasks with minimal guidance and supervision.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve efficiency or reduce costs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders.

Benefits

• Remote work option within the United States.
• Meaningful work and investment in every team member.
• Inclusive automotive community.
• Opportunities for growth in a rapidly growing company.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees