{"id":1124354,"url":"https://alion.io/job/keller-executive-search-senior-insurance-accounting-analyst","title":"Senior Insurance Accounting Analyst","company":{"id":3549,"name":"Keller Executive Search","domain":"kellerexecutivesearch.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/kellerexecutivesearch","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":true,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Workable","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":70,"open_postings":4,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":77,"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Detroit, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":85000,"max":100000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":100000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-22T20:32:09Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-22","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T12:22:18Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"Keller Executive Search is recruiting for a newly launched insurance brokerage that is establishing its accounting and fiduciary-control foundation. This is a rare opportunity to build a function rather than inherit a mature process. The successful candidate will become the internal authority on brokerage accounting, premium trust activity, financial reporting, and agency management system workflows.\nReporting to a finance and investments leader, you will own period-close reconciliation between the agency management system and the parent organization's ERP, oversee an outsourced bookkeeping provider, and execute carrier remittances and earned commission releases. During implementation, you will shape accounting flows, manage parallel system operation, and help transition the agency management system into the transaction system of record.\nThis hands-on individual-contributor role offers substantial autonomy and visibility within a small, developing brokerage team. You will create repeatable controls, safeguard fiduciary funds, maintain accurate reporting, and establish processes that can support future growth. It is an excellent opportunity for an insurance accounting professional who wants to own outcomes and influence how a new function operates.\nKey Responsibilities\nOwn period-close accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting routines for the brokerage.\nMonitor premium trust and operating bank accounts, process deposits, and maintain complete supporting documentation.\nReview bookkeeper-prepared payment instructions and execute accurate, timely carrier remittances.\nValidate earned commission releases and initiate approved transfers from trust to operating accounts.\nServe as the primary liaison to the outsourced bookkeeping provider, setting workflows and resolving discrepancies.\nLead accounting-flow implementation within the agency management system and serve as its internal accounting subject-matter expert.\nManage parallel operation of the agency management system and ERP, including period-close reconciliation and sign-off.\nReview export packages and post summarized GAAP journal entries to the ERP following system cutover.\nReview balance sheets, income statements, aged premium receivables, carrier payables, and producer commission reports.\nFollow up on overdue premiums and investigate unmatched, duplicate, and timing-related transactions.\nMaintain fiduciary records and controls supporting applicable state requirements and examination readiness.\nPrepare applicable surplus-lines filings, affidavits, payments, and supporting records.\nProtect confidential client and policy information throughout accounting and reporting processes.\nRequirements\nEssential\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a closely related field.\nAt least three years of insurance agency accounting, insurance trust accounting, or brokerage financial-operations experience.\nInsurance-sector background with practical knowledge of intermediary transactions and terminology.\nWorking knowledge of agency management system accounting, including agency-billed and direct-billed workflows, trust ledgers, bank reconciliation, and commission recording.\nHands-on ownership of month-end close, bank and subledger-to-general-ledger reconciliations, and GAAP financial-statement review.\nAbility to work independently as the accountable accounting owner within a small, developing function.\nStrong attention to detail, process discipline, organization, and professional communication.\nThis is an onsite position.\nPreferred\nExperience managing premium trust accounts, carrier remittances, commission releases, and fiduciary compliance.\nInsurance brokerage or agency accounting experience.\nAccounting-module experience with AMS360 or a comparable agency management system.\nExperience implementing, converting, or running an agency management system in parallel with an ERP.\nExperience coordinating and reviewing an outsourced bookkeeping or accounting provider.\nKnowledge of surplus-lines filings and state insurance recordkeeping requirements.\nProficiency with online banking platforms, ACH origination, and electronic payment processing.\nSAP experience.\nBenefits\nBase salary of $85,000, with flexibility up to $100,000 (commensurate with experience)\nShort-term incentive program\n401(k) plan \nHealthcare coverage\nAgency statement\nKeller is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non profits to multinational corporations. Keller emphasizes ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.\nTo learn more about the firm and about our candidate services - please visit our website\nEqual Opportunity policy\nEqual Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with Keller Executive Search or our clients, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.\nCommitment to Diversity: Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected.\nReasonable Accommodations: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommodations.\nCompensation Information: For client positions, compensation information is available in the job post. If not provided, it will be shared during the interview process in accordance with applicable laws. When required by law, salary ranges will be included in job postings. Actual salary may depend on skills, experience, and comparison to current employees in similar roles. Salary ranges may vary based on role and location.\nCompliance with Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.\nWorkplace Harassment: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, skin color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.\nE-Verify Participation: Keller Executive Search and/or our clients may participate in E-Verify. Information about E-Verify participation will be provided during the application process where applicable.\nPrivacy and Pay Equity:\nCalifornia Residents: For more information about the categories of personal information we collect for recruiting and employment purposes, please review our Privacy Policy at www.kellerexecutivesearch.com.\nColorado, Nevada, New York City, California, and Washington Residents: Compensation information is available in the job post or will be provided during the interview process if not initially available.\nBoth Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to pay equity and conduct periodic pay equity analyses in accordance with applicable laws.\nState-Specific Information:\nRhode Island: We do not request or require salary history from applicants.\nConnecticut: We provide wage range information upon request or before discussing compensation.\nNew Jersey: We do not inquire about salary history unless voluntarily disclosed.\nVeteran Status: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and comply with applicable state laws regarding veteran preference in employment. If you are a veteran, please inform us during the application process.\nUse of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment\nKeller Executive Search and our clients may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment and candidate evaluation process. These tools are used exclusively to support human decision-making by helping to review and assess candidate qualifications and materials. AI is never used to automatically reject, disqualify, or make final hiring decisions about candidates. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by experienced recruitment professionals, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified human recruiters. Our use of AI is designed to enhance fairness, consistency, and efficiency while maintaining our commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles.\nGenetic Information: In accordance with federal and state laws, both Keller Executive Search and our clients do not discriminate based on genetic information. We do not request or require genetic information from applicants or employees, except as permitted by law.\nLocal Laws: Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with all applicable local laws and ordinances regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate.\nNote: This job posting may be for a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. 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