Senior Accountant

Brown & Brown Insurance • Garden City, NY

23d

About The Position

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group is seeking Senior Accountant to join our growing team in Garden City, NY! Senior Accountant is responsible for all aspects of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, financial forecasting and budgeting, and certain reconciliations as well as a business partner to our office leaders. How You Will Contribute: Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger entries. Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and provide income statements/balance sheet flux analysis. Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. Assisting with forecasting/budgeting preparation. Analyze financial data and identify trends to support business decisions. Maintain policy files and documentation. Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies. Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation. Maintains security by following internal controls and segregation of duties. Correspond with internal and external entities via phone, mail, and email to respond to questions. Review expense reports. Participate in internal leadership meetings to provide insights and support strategic decision‑making. Travel to branch locations, or meeting as required to support business operation and collaboration. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid Driver License
• Minimum education required bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent in relevant experience.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Exceptional telephone demeanor
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Some insurance related courses or industry related knowledge (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and provide income statements/balance sheet flux analysis.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Assisting with forecasting/budgeting preparation.
• Analyze financial data and identify trends to support business decisions.
• Maintain policy files and documentation.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation.
• Maintains security by following internal controls and segregation of duties.
• Correspond with internal and external entities via phone, mail, and email to respond to questions.
• Review expense reports.
• Participate in internal leadership meetings to provide insights and support strategic decision‑making.
• Travel to branch locations, or meeting as required to support business operation and collaboration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level