Accounting Leader

About Arrowhead Specialty

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Job Summary

Arrowhead Specialty is seeking an Accounting Leader to join our growing team in Tampa, FL! The Accounting Leader reports directly to either an Insurance Accounting Manager or the Director of Insurance Accounting, and indirectly to the business leader. This individual is responsible for all aspects of financial management, including accounting, financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, and development of internal control policies and procedures.

How You Will Contribute

• Prepares, examines, or analyzes accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Prepares and analyzes the monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statement reporting packages for distribution to the corporate and executive leadership team
• Responsible for the completion of the month-end close process.
• Oversees all activities within the accounting department.
• Leads and supports the work of accounting professional personnel at all levels.
• Analyzes business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Oversees all general ledger transactions to ensure both proper accounting treatment and adherence to corporate policies and procedures
• Reviews accounting processes and recommends changes or improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of the internal control framework surrounding financial reporting
• Assist in the completion of the budget process for the Profit Centers and related financial analysis on the budgets
• Assist in the completion of the quarterly forecasting for the Profit Centers and related financial analysis on the forecasts.
• Responsible for internal, external, state, and regulatory audits of the office.
• Perform compliance procedures as required by Brown & Brown and the industry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPA (preferred)

Skills & Experience to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in an accounting or financial leadership role
• Proven leadership skills in managing and developing a team
• Must have experience in delivering projects and initiatives that deliver measurable financial results with a focus on driving organic growth
• Proven ability to effectively interact with senior leadership in a dynamic environment
• Expert level proficiency in Microsoft suite; focus on Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Experience with Agency Management systems (preferred)
• Insurance Background (preferred)
• Master’s/ MBA Degree (preferred)
• Proficiency with IMS ( preferred)

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.