GAAP Accounting Manager

Description

Ledgebrook is an InsurTech MGA on a mission to bring Specialty insurance into the modern era. Burdened with legacy technology and processes, the industry has not kept pace with the speed of innovation seen in other sectors. Positioned at the cutting edge of the next generation of InsurTech, Ledgebrook offers the best of both worlds: innovative world-class technology deployed by a leadership team armed with over 100 years of insurance expertise.

At Ledgebrook, everything we do is driven by our culture: Care, Strive, Thrive Together. To succeed in modernizing the industry, we must first succeed in changing the way we do business. Talent density is our north star—fewer, better people working together as one. To that end we’ve replaced all individual incentives with generous equity packages—we play as a team, we win as a team. Everyone benefits handsomely from Ledgebrook’s success.

Ledgebrook is a fully-remote US based company backed by top venture investors including Brand Foundry & American Family Ventures.

About the Role

This position will report to the Controller

We are seeking a forward-thinking and highly-motivated GAAP Accounting Manager.

As Ledgebrook scales, our Finance Function will be evolving into a highly agile, tech-enabled team that

leverages modern tools - including AI - to drive accuracy, efficiency and insight.

In this role, we are seeking a GAAP Accounting Manager who is excited not only about accounting excellence, but also about how technology can transform finance operations.

You will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting and ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial statements across all Ledgebrook entities. But, alongside this day-to-day work, we want someone who is continuously curious about how we could be more efficient and utilise a more tech-first approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end process to prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Mentor and supervise other accounting team members, including management of GAAP Accountant
• Own and manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes for all entities to ensure timely and accurate reporting, including performing detailed balance sheet and income statement analysis, identifying and resolving variances.
• Leverage modern finance tools and AI-based solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting insights
• Lead process improvement and automation of accounting workflows
• Coordinate and be the key point of contact with external auditors during the audit process.
• Assist with the design, implementation and maintenance of the company’s internal control environment.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, product, tech & data) to support ad hoc projects and new business initiatives, as required in a scaling environment

About you

We’re looking for people to join us with:

• Desire to be part of a forward-thinking finance team embracing AI and automation
• A passion for delivering world-class customer service to our internal and external customers
• Intellectual curiosity and a strong desire for innovation, rather than following the status quo
• A hunger for continuous learning and opportunities to grow
• Agile prioritization skills coupled with a keen sense of urgency - we balance getting it right with getting it done right now
• A strong drive and desire to win together as a high-performing team
• A moral compass to "do the right thing, period." We have zero tolerance for toxic behaviors
• An eagerness to actively participate and connect with the whole team, across remote locations
• An honest, transparent communication style

A proactive, solution-oriented mindset. We don’t look for blame, we look for the solution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting, specializing in premium recognition, deferred acquisition cost, claims and reserves.
• Familiarity with accounting software (general ledger experience) and proficient in Microsoft Excel. Workday experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a collaborative and fast-paced setting.
• Ideally experience implementing or improving finance systems or processes
• Ideally some familiarity with AI-powered tools in accounting or finance operations

Important - only for candidates applying from the U.S.:

Please note: This position is open only to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and meaningful equity
• Full remote flexibility and asynchronous work culture
• Unlimited PTO and fully paid sick leave
• Autonomy, purpose, and the chance to shape something from the ground up

At Ledgebrook, we’re building something truly special. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, take pride in helping others operate at their best, and want to be part of a team that care, strive, and thrive together, we’d love to hear from you.