Operational Accounting Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services - and more.

In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Accounting Manager to oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing insurance agency.

This role is responsible for supervising AP/AR activities, reviewing agency billing accounting operations, overseeing commission revenue reporting and reconciliations, and managing a small accounting support team, including external and overseas resources.

The ideal candidate is a practical problem solver who can provide guidance, resolve operational issues, improve workflows, and ensure accurate financial processing while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting functions. This is a part-time position; 10-15 hours per week during normal business hours, Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities:

• Encourages cross functional acumen by having strong understanding of the regional agency accounting operation's functional processes and their impact on other departments / individuals.

• Delivers holistic feedback to others about their job performance and career growth; coaches others to help them develop their careers.

• Sets clear deadlines and priorities for team to meet goals and expectations set by Home Office.

• Works to solve problems brought to their attention.

• Takes responsibility for outcomes and results.

• Regularly seek and accepts feedback given by others.

• Delivers sensitive messages with diplomacy and tact.

• Builds new relationships and maintains existing relationships with Acrisure personnel and other Acrisure Partners.

• Follows up on projects and team assignments and holds others accountable for their internal deadlines and administrative responsibilities.

• Stay up-to-date and in compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

• Implementing and maintaining carrier payables policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company guidelines.

• Perform quality assurance reviews of team members compliance with Acrisure's accounting policies and procedures.

• Identifies potential financial risks and raises these issues, along with suggested solutions, to People Leader.

• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

• Prepare monthly worksheets to calculate premium payable to sureties (Premiums Payable Worksheet).

• Calculate and post Journal Entries for reconciliation to GL monthly.

• Prepare monthly financial reports (Trial Balance, GL and as requested) for Home Office.

• Reconcile bank statements, set up wires and ACHs, and maintain banking relationships (Acrisure Treasury).

• Prepare renewal reports, supervise workload for renewal team.

• Prepare monthly bond list report and monthly Management reports for internal distribution and primary surety (carrier).

• Review increase/decrease invoices and releases/cancellations as needed.

• Prepare/review complex renewals.

• Report and maintain payroll, PTO records, personnel files.

• Primary liaison with parent company payroll department and with employees.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of accounting experience with supervisory responsibility

• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, reconciliations, and revenue reporting

• Insurance agency accounting experience preferred

• Experience coordinating with carriers to resolve accounting and commission discrepancies

• Ability to supervise, mentor, and support accounting staff and consultants

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Administrative and process improvement experience

• Familiarity with AI and automation tools to modernize accounting and back-office processes and improve operational efficiency

This is a hands-on management role for someone who enjoys leading accounting operations, solving problems, improving processes, and supporting a team. This is not a high-level executive position focused primarily on strategy and presentations.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field or equivalent experience is preferred.

• Minimum (4) four years of experience in accounting, including receivable and payable experience

• Insurance brokerage/related industry accounting background preferred.

• Excellent knowledge of both operational and financial accounting.

• A working knowledge of insurance-based management systems is highly desired.

This is a part-time position; 10-15 hours per week during normal business hours, Monday-Friday in our Great Neck NY office.

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Pay Details:

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we're building more than a business, we're building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.

• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.

• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.

• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

• ... and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting leaves@acrisure.com.

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Recruitment Fraud: Please visit here to learn more about our Recruitment Fraud Notice.

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