Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Coterie Insurance helps insurance professionals access revenue in the small commercial insurance market through a partnership-based approach and innovative quoting platform. The Senior Staff Accountant will support accurate and timely financial reporting, own key components of the accounting close process, and manage general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial analysis, audit support, and accounting process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Own key components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure transactions are properly recorded in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Support preparation of monthly financial statements, management reporting, and financial analysis
- Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other accounting activities as needed
- Partner with Finance and business teams to research accounting matters, resolve issues, and ensure accurate financial reporting
- Support external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor requests
- Assist with the development, documentation, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Identify opportunities to improve, automate, and scale accounting processes as the organization grows
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with Finance leadership
- Assist with insurance-related accounting activities and reconciliations, including transactions involving agency operations, carrier partners, commissions, premiums, or other insurance-related financial activity
- Support special projects and other Finance initiatives as needed
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial close processes
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles
- Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, financial schedules, and supporting documentation
- Experience working directly with external auditors and supporting financial statement audits
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting or ERP systems
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
- Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
- CPA or progress toward CPA certification
- Experience within insurance, insurtech, an insurance agency/MGA, or financial services
- Experience with insurance agency accounting, including premium, commission, carrier, or producer-related accounting
- Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP/accounting platforms
- Experience in a high-growth, venture-backed, or rapidly scaling organization
- Exposure to public-company readiness, SOX/internal controls, or PCAOB audit environments
Benefits
- 100% remote
- Health insurance through Aetna (we pay 100% of premiums)
- Dental and vision insurance through Guardian (we pay 100% of premiums)
- Basic life insurance (we pay 100% of premiums)
- Access to flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) (for those using HSA eligible plans)
- 401K plan (up 4% match with immediate vest). Must be 21 years of age or older to participate
- Flexible PTO policy offering employees up to 4 weeks of PTO in their first 12 months. Thereafter, PTO usage aligns with company standards and typically does not exceed 5 weeks per calendar year.
- 12 company-paid holidays each year
- Continuing education annual stipend
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