Senior Accountant I

Overview

A growing sports technology platform specializing in risk management services, reporting tools, and insurance products for sports organizations is seeking a Senior Accountant I. This role is integral to a small, high-ownership finance team supporting both Managing General Agent (MGA) and insurance brokerage operations. The position offers an opportunity to build and improve financial processes in a fast-paced, scaling environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries for accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, equity, and other standard entries
• Support and execute month-end and year-end close processes, preparing and reviewing financial statements across MGA and brokerage entities
• Allocate expenses properly across departments and business segments for accurate financial reporting
• Maintain and track fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals
• Prepare and manage prepaid expense schedules and amortization
• Assist with equity accounting and related reporting
• Prepare, review, and improve balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution
• Establish and standardize reconciliation processes, documentation, and review procedures
• Identify gaps in reconciliations and implement best practices to strengthen controls
• Lead cleanup of legacy accounts and document procedures (SOPs)
• Support treasury operations including cash management, bank activity monitoring, and coordination of payables
• Support financial reporting processes including variance analysis and management reporting
• Assist with tax compliance activities and support external tax advisors
• Maintain documentation and audit trails for internal controls and external audits
• Support external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and responding to auditor requests
• Contribute to design and implementation of accounting processes within NetSuite or similar ERP systems
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and efficiency gains
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable and other teams to ensure proper transaction coding and recording
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of general accounting or general ledger experience
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and financial reporting principles
• Solid knowledge of balance sheet integrity and internal controls
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
• Proven ability to prepare and improve balance sheet reconciliations
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying operational gaps and driving process improvements
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High integrity and professional judgment handling sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting with proactive communication
• Located in or willing to work Central or Eastern Time Zone
• Must be 18 years or older, authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in MGA, insurance brokerage, carrier, or insurtech environments
• Familiarity with insurance-specific accounting including premium flows, commission structures, bordereaux reporting, and carrier settlements
• Understanding of operational differences between MGA and brokerage and their impact on financial reporting
• Experience in startup, high-growth, or scaling companies with process-building responsibilities
• Comfort working in ambiguous environments and creating operational playbooks
• Track record of improving workflows, reducing manual work, and implementing scalable solutions
• Experience collaborating across departments such as operations, underwriting, technology, and leadership
• CPA designation or CPA-track preferred
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems
• Exposure to treasury or cash management functions
• Experience supporting audits and tax filings
• Adaptability in dynamic, evolving environments
• Continuous improvement mindset with focus on automation and scalability

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $90,000 - $105,000, depending on skills and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), and ancillary benefits
• Flexible PTO and 10 company-paid holidays
• Remote-first work environment with preference for candidates near Minneapolis, MN for some in-person collaboration
• Occasional travel for team events and development

Location

Remote-first position with preference for candidates located in the Minneapolis, MN area to facilitate some in-person collaboration. Must be able to work productively in a remote setting within Central or Eastern Time Zones. Occasional travel may be required.