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Branch · 9 hours ago

Director, Accounting

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$170K/yr - $170K/yr

5+ years exp

Branch is on a mission to make insurance more accessible, so more people can be covered. The Director of Accounting will lead the accounting department, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance while managing a team and collaborating with various departments.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, general ledger entries, bank reconciliation, credit card expense report reconciliation, cash applications, collections, and payroll

Lead the development and publishing of Branch financial reports, and subsidiary entities including GAAP reporting, Statutory reporting, and Investor Reporting

Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team, aligning financial objectives with business strategy

Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement

Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure efficient and accurate financial operations

Prepare and present timely and accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial performance metrics to regulators, dept of insurance, BOD, investors, and executive team

Main point of contact for accounting vendors including: statutory accountants, external bookkeeping services, external tax accountants, and financial statement auditors

Develop and oversee cross-departmental relationships to provide excellent support to the entire business as Branch continues to experience fast-paced growth

Continuously evaluate and enhance accounting processes and systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity

Oversee a growing team of analysts and managers who manage accounting and finance operations within bookkeeping, controllership, AP/AR processing, expense processing and financial reporting

Implement best practices and automation where applicable

Qualification

CPAAccounting leadershipFinancial software proficiencyGAAP knowledgeP & C insurance experienceERP systemsAnalytical abilitiesLeadership skillsCommunication skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

CPA required

5-8 years in accounting leadership roles within the P & C insurance industry required

Proficiency in financial software, Netsuite, and ERP systems required

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards

Comfortable operating in a startup environment with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Excellent leadership and team management skills

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate financial insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Detail-oriented mindset, with a commitment to accuracy and precision in financial analysis and reporting

Benefits

Above-market salary - Branch is a data-driven company, so we do the math on salaries, too. If you get an offer from Branch, you can expect compensation that hits above the mark.

Pay equity and transparency - Our pay isn’t just market-driven, it’s equitable. We let experience and performance drive your success, never your gender, race, orientation, or beliefs.

Remote-first (with perks) - Work from where you’re most comfortable. We’ll take care of your work from home set-up and monthly internet. We also have a Columbus headquarters if you’d like to join us in an office.

Flexible YouTime - We don’t just let you control your own time off. We actually encourage you to use it. After your first year at Branch, we’ll give you $1000 toward your next vacation.

Employee stock options - You’re not just an employee. If you’re full-time, you’re also a part-owner. You’ll have stock options so you can invest in the company you’re helping to grow.

Medical, vision, dental - Get all the coverage you need for a healthy, happy life.

401k and contribution matching - Invest in your future. Branch helps you get to retirement on time with a portion of your contributions matched each month.