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Cherry Bekaert

Senior Associate, Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (Captive Insurance Industry)

RemoteUnited States only
Published
Role
Finance
Employment
Full-time
Company size
Enterprise
$103k–$134k/yr
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No BS summary

Senior accountant for captive insurance clients supporting day-to-day accounting, monthly/quarterly/annual close, regulatory filings, and financial reporting. Requires ~3+ years progressive accounting experience (insurance/captive preferred), strong GAAP/SAP knowledge, Excel and general ledger system proficiency. US-only role — must be eligible to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Core skills

captive insurance accountingfinancial reporting (monthly/quarterly/annual)

Required skills

GAAPstatutory accounting principlesgeneral ledger systemsQuickBooksSageMicrosoft Exceljournal entriesaccount reconciliationsaccounts payableaccounts receivablepayroll coordinationcash accountinginvestment accountingloss reservesIBNR accrualspremium revenue recognitionreinsurance

Optional skills

CPA

What you'll do

  • Prepare day-to-day and month-end accounting support including journal entries in key process areas: Premium revenue recognition, Loss reserves and IBNR accruals, Prepaid expenses and accrued liabilities, Cash and investment accounting, Account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  • Perform complex balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items timely.
  • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for captive insurance clients.
  • Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for management and boards.
  • Develop and maintain a strong understanding of each assigned client’s operations, captive structure, and accounting system.
  • Assist with statutory and GAAP-based financial reporting as applicable.
  • Support regulatory filings and compliance requirements for captive insurance entities, including coordination with captive manager team and domiciliary regulators.
  • Collaborate with actuaries and third-party administrators (TPAs) to support loss reserve analysis and claims data reconciliation.
  • Assist external auditors and tax advisors by preparing schedules, explanations, and supporting documentation for audits and tax filings.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of annual 1099 filings.
  • Recommend, design, and implement accounting controls, policies, and process improvements.
  • Communicate proactively with clients regarding accounting matters, deliverables, and timelines.
  • Review and supervise Staff Accountants’ work, including journal entries, reconciliations, and operational accounting activities.
  • Coach and mentor staff through engagement execution and professional development.
  • Distribute client requests and projects to team members and manage deadlines across multiple engagements.
  • Ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness of deliverables in a fast-paced, client-service environment.

What they require

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably supporting insurance or captive insurance entities.
  • Experience working with multiple clients or engagements in an outsourced or public accounting environment preferred.
  • Proficiency with automated accounting systems and spreadsheet applications; experience with QuickBooks, Sage or similar general ledger systems preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and statutory accounting principles (SAP).
  • Knowledge of captive insurance operations, including premium and underwriting income, loss reserves and claims-related accounting, reinsurance and fronting arrangements, investment accounting, surplus, capital, and equity accounts.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
  • Demonstrated professionalism, strong ethics, and a calm demeanor under pressure.
  • CPA license preferred, but not required.
  • Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and a total rewards package
  • Flexibility to do impactful work and time to enjoy life outside of work
  • Opportunities for career growth and continuous professional development
  • Collaborative environment
  • Shared values fostering inclusion and belonging
  • Comprehensive rewards focusing on wellbeing

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally.

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Details

Visa sponsorshipNo
$103k–$134k/yr