Senior Accountant II

Players Health•Edina, MN

7d•$100,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Accountant II is a senior individual contributor on a small, high-ownership finance team at a scaling insurance technology company. This role is the functional expert for all production accounting across our MGA and brokerage operations – owning the accuracy and integrity of premium, commission, and carrier settlement accounting from end-to-end. You’ll bring deep insurance accounting expertise and apply it in an environment where the processes, systems and controls are still being shaped. This is not a role where you inherit a fully built machine and maintain it - you’ll have the opportunity to evaluate what exists, identify what’s missing, and partner with leadership to build toward something more scalable and efficient. You’ll operate both hands-on and strategically, partnering closely with underwriting, operations, HR, and other departments. The ideal candidate has spent meaningful time in MGA, wholesale brokerage, or carrier accounting environments, understand the nuances of bordereaux reporting, trust accounting, and carrier settlements, and brings the mindset of a builder – someone who sees a manual process as an opportunity, not just a task. The Senior Accountant II has a compensation range of $100,000 - $130,000, depending on skills and experience. Players Health is a remote-first organization. This role has a preference for candidates located in the Minneapolis, MN area, as some in-person collaboration will be expected. Periodic travel may also be required for team events and development. You will join an organization going through significant growth as well as digital transformation. We instill a mindset of ownership and accountability with all team members, building a “playbook” for best practices – defining expectations to meet the vision and strategy for growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including meaningful experience in production or insurance accounting
Strong understanding of financial close processes, reconciliations, and internal controls
Experience with accounting systems and financial technology
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Strong operational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and deadlines
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and drive process improvements without direct authority
Demonstrated ability to identify operational gaps and build toward more scalable solutions – not just maintain existing processes
High integrity and sound professional judgment when handling sensitive and confidential matters
Ability to travel occasionally for team events, collaboration, or conferences
Must have a dedicated, safe, and secure remote work environment
Must have the ability to work and be productive in a remote setting
Exceptionally self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously
Proactive communicator across email, verbal, and instant messaging
Willingness to attend virtual meetings, primarily with camera on (we value connection and culture)
Located in or willing to work Central or Eastern Time Zone (see About This Role for location preferences specific to this position)
Must be 18 years or older and work location must be in the United States
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience within an MGA, wholesale brokerage, retail agency, or insurance carrier
Direct experience with production accounting, including premium accounting, commissions, bordereaux reporting, and carrier settlements
Familiarity with trust accounting and insurance regulatory requirements
Understanding of the operational and accounting differences between an MGA and a brokerage
Experience building or scaling accounting processes in a growing or high-change organization
Comfort operating in ambiguity – able to assess what exists, identify what’s missing, and create structure where there isn’t any
Track record of reducing manual processes through automation, better tooling, or smarter workflows
Experience collaborating across departments (underwriting, operations, technology, leadership) to solve problems that don’t fit neatly in one function
CPA license, preferred
Experience with Netsuite or similar ERP systems
Familiarity with Insurtech platforms, CRMs or MGA-specific systems

Responsibilities

Lead daily production accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of premium, commissions, and carrier settlements, along with effective reconciliation of related accounts
Review and support production accounting activities, including premium cash application, broker receivables, carrier payables, commission calculations, and fiduciary/trust account activity
Ensure timely and accurate monthly close of production-related accounts, including reconciliation of bordereaux, carrier statements, and trust accounts
Ensure compliance with insurance regulatory requirements, including trust accounting rules and carrier reporting obligations
Support accurate accounting and reporting for MGA operations, including premium flows, commission calculations, and carrier reporting
Assist with monthly reporting to insurance carrier partners and ensure timely reconciliation of MGA-related accounts
Partner with cross-functional teams (underwriting, operations) to ensure insurance transactions are properly captured and coded in the GL
Establish, document, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls specific to MGA and brokerage operations
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as receivables aging, cash application timing, and carrier settlement cycles
Evaluate and implement third-party vendors and technology solutions to enhance accounting efficiency and scalability
Participate in and lead special projects, including process improvements and operational enhancements
Collaborate closely with the broader accounting team on general ledger, treasury, and financial reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and alignment of production-related data
Prepare and deliver production-focused financial reporting and analysis, including variance analysis and actionable insights for leadership
Collaborate with underwriting, operations, and distribution teams to ensure accurate capture, reporting, and reconciliation of production activity
Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment through strong cross-functional partnership and communication
Serve as the primary contact for external auditors on production accounting matters, supporting audit requests and documentation
Maintain audit trails and documentation to support internal controls and regulatory requirements
Perform other duties as assigned