Accounting Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process while ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting
• Oversee reconciliations, journal entries, fixed assets, AP, AR, cash management, and accounting policy compliance
• Support premium, claims, commission, reserve, reinsurance, and underwriter reporting activities within an MGA environment
• Leverage Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations to improve efficiency, reporting, automation, and financial processes
• Maintain strong internal controls, support audits, monitor risks, and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Partner with Operations, Actuarial, Underwriting, IT, FP&A, and enterprise finance teams
• Coach and develop accounting professionals while fostering accountability and collaboration

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibility
• Insurance industry accounting experience, preferably in an MGA or carrier environment
• Experience leading month-end close and financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations or a comparable ERP
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred
• Experience with reinsurance, premium, or claims accounting
• Power BI or financial reporting tools
• Experience supporting ERP implementations or upgrades
• Continuous improvement and process automation experience

About the Company

Independence Pet Holdings is a corporate holding company that manages a diverse and broad portfolio of modern pet health brands and services, including insurance, pet education, and lost recovery services throughout North America.