Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for being a support to the broader Finance and Accounting team as it relates to internal and external financial reporting, monthly close entries, detailed transactional reconciliations, and other aspects of accounting operations such as daily bank transfers, bi-monthly premium cutoff processes, and customer reporting needs. The Senior Accountant will have extensive access to members of the Finance and Accounting team as well as the Controller and CFO, requiring excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

DELIVER SERVICE

• Accomplishes the Finance and Accounting team and corporate mission by completing related results as needed on time and accurately.
• Be a liaison to operational departments and Client Services regarding customer inquiries and reporting.
• Prepare and analyze carrier reconciliations and advise senior Finance and Accounting team members as appropriate.

ESPRIT DE CORPS

• Coordinate with other Finance and Accounting team members, recording and supporting journal entries and reconciliations for monthly and year-end closes.
• Support VP-Controller and Accounting Manager on all ad-hoc requests.
• Focus on cross-training of other accounting functions to support inter-departmental needs on an ongoing basis.

BRING GUSTO

• Dedication to learning the FBG accounting processes and insurance industry regulations.
• Embrace new challenges with flexibility as an opportunity to learn.

BE EXPERTS

• Strive for full competency of the NetSuite accounting system, working with other Finance and Accounting team members for streamlined efficiency and enhanced month-end close completion.
• Respond to information requests, including preparing client financial statements and work papers for financial and carrier audits.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations.

OWN IT

• Maintain and diligently document both current and new processes and teach others as needed.
• Willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Learn bi-monthly premium cutoff processes and provide coverage to senior team members as needed.

• Highly motivated self-starter who can accomplish and manage multiple priorities independently and simultaneously.
• Ability to work as a team player with a committed, positive approach to completing tasks.
• Strong organizational skills with extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to use time management skills to consistently meet deadlines in various circumstances.
• Exceptional communication skills, both in the verbal and written word, are necessary to communicate with employees, managers, and executives.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, Outlook, Word, and Excel is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of NetSuite is a plus, working knowledge is preferred.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 5 years of accounting experience is preferred.
• Prior audit experience is highly preferred.
• CPA certification/designation is highly preferred.

• Business Travel: Travel is negligible
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Job Type: Full-time; Hybrid-Remote Austin, TX Corporate HQ location

Qualifications

Fringe Benefit Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.