A growing, mid-sized insurance and risk management platform is building out its accounting function under new executive leadership. This is an opportunity to step into a team being scaled with purpose, adding depth in insurance accounting, strengthening close and reporting processes, and establishing a scalable structure.This role is well-suited for someone who can balance execution with leadership, owning core accounting responsibilities while overseeing and developing a small team.ResponsibilitiesOversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month-end closeSupport regulatory and financial reporting requirements, including insurance-related reportingPartner cross-functionally across finance, operations, and risk/reinsurance functionsDrive improvements across close, reporting, and internal controlsSupport audit processes and external reporting deliverablesManage, mentor, and develop a team of ~5 accounting staffQualifications~5+ years of accounting experience within P&C insuranceExperience supporting regulated reporting environments (statutory, compliance)Prior leadership experience OR strong background in mentorship, review, and trainingExperience reviewing work, guiding junior staff, and improving processesBachelor's in Accounting or related field (preferred)CPA or progress toward certification (preferred)Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (Dynamics GP or similar is helpful)Ability to operate effectively in a changing / build-phase environmentHybrid: typically 2 days/week in officeOffice located in the western suburbs of ChicagoHigh degree of flexibility and autonomy$100K–$110K + ~10% bonus401(k) with 5%–5.5% company match$1,750 HSA contributionWhy This RoleDirect exposure to CFO and evolving leadership teamVisible team leadership role (5 direct reports) with path to ControllerOpportunity to help rebuild and stabilize a growing accounting functionStrong benefits + flexible hybrid modelPlatform in growth mode within a regulated financial services environmentEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled#J-18808-Ljbffr