Senior Accountant & Captive Manager

Brown & Brown Insurance

9d•$110,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Brown & Brown’s Risk Solutions Team, formerly Beecher Carlson, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Captive practice. The role manages day-to-day accounting and financial activities for a portfolio of captive insurance companies and serves as a primary contact for senior management and clients. It also offers opportunities to develop strategic and consulting skills. The position handles captive accounting and financial reporting, regulatory submissions and compliance, audit preparation, service-provider coordination, and client advisory support. It also uses multiple accounting and reporting systems and supports improvements to processes, controls, documentation, and system capabilities across the Captive Practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience; captive insurance, insurance, or financial services experience is preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and insurance accounting principles.
Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines with minimal supervision.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client service skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and enterprise accounting systems.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation.
Experience with captive insurance companies and multiple regulatory domiciles.

Responsibilities

Perform accounting activities for assigned captive insurance entities, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and customized financial and management reports.
Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial statement packages in accordance with applicable GAAP, SAP, and modified GAAP requirements.
Monitor cash activity, investment activity, and intercompany transactions for accuracy and compliance.
Prepare budgets, forecasts, and ad hoc financial analyses for client and internal reporting.
Prepare and file regulatory submissions, including premium tax returns, NAIC Blank Forms, and domicile-specific filings for captive insurance companies and Risk Retention Groups.
Serve as the primary accounting contact for regulatory matters across onshore and offshore domiciles.
Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and compliance obligations affecting captive clients.
Lead audit preparation and substantive review, including drafting and reviewing audit schedules, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
Coordinate information exchange with external service providers, including auditors, actuaries, tax advisors, regulators, investment managers, and bankers.
Provide guidance on accounting developments, investment regulations, and compliance considerations affecting captive programs.
Act as a trusted advisor and primary accounting contact for assigned captive clients, including participating in client, shareholder, and Board of Director meetings as needed.
Present financial results and explain complex accounting matters clearly to non-technical audiences.
Support client retention through consistent service, responsiveness, and high-quality financial reporting.
Perform other client service and support activities as directed by management.
Use accounting and reporting systems, including Acumatica, MAS 500, BizNet, Velixo, and Wings, to prepare and deliver accurate financial information.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies while maintaining compliance and data integrity.
Support internal initiatives related to system enhancements, documentation standards, and process consistency across the Captive Practice.