Accounting Manager (Hybrid)
Alliant Insurance Services · San Diego, CA · 1 mo ago
AccountingFull-time
Summary
Leads key accounting functions for the organization, including month-end close, acquisition integration, process improvement initiatives, and internal controls. Oversees a team of accounting professionals and works cross-functionally with operational departments to ensure financial alignment with business activities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Manages and executes the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
- Supports acquisition-related activities including financial due diligence, onboarding, and integration of acquired entities.
- Drives process improvements across accounting workflows, with a focus on automation and scalability.
- Maintains and enhances internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
- Supervises and develops accounting staff, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support.
- Collaborates with operational teams (e.g., Sales, Client Services, HR) to align financial processes with business operations and strategic goals.
- Affords budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with Finance leadership.
- Collaborates with external auditors and supports audit preparation and execution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Six (6) or more years of progressive experience in financial management/reporting, including knowledge of all aspects of financial statements
- In-depth knowledge of dual-entry accounting, general ledger maintenance, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of tax accounting on a current and deferred basis
- Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams and leading close processes
- Experience with acquisition accounting and integration
- Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Skills
- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., BlackLine, Oracle, or similar ERP)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Knowledge of insurance brokerage operations and commission structures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and prioritization skills
- Good problem-solving, negotiation, and time management skills
- Good project management skills
- Proven ability to lead process improvement initiatives and implement automation
- Strong ability to motivate and develop staff
- Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork
- Ability to work effectively across departments and influence without direct authority
Benefits
We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.