Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantAM Specialty Insurance Company (ASIC) is actively seeking a highly motivated staff accountant to join our team. This is an exciting in-person role within our dynamic and collaborative accounting department. Reporting directly to the controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting AM Specialty Insurance Company's (ASIC) statutory financial reporting and ASIG's consolidation and GAAP reporting including monthly journal entries, intercompany transactions, and account reconciliations.The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, proactive individual who shows initiative, demonstrates excellent communication skills, and has the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to a compact and impactful team while gaining hands-on experience across various corporate accounting functions.AM Specialty Insurance Group is a leading provider of specialty insurance solutions. The group's holding company owns 100% of its subsidiaries, including AM Specialty Insurance Company, AM Star Claims, AM RE Syndicate, and Pinpoint Insurance Solutions. We specialize in providing primary and reinsurance capacity for a range of specialty lines, including property, casualty, transportation, and marine. We are recognized for our technical underwriting expertise, in-house analytics, proprietary software, and robust claims management capabilities.Job SummaryWe are looking for a staff accountant who will support ASIG's group reporting, financial reporting functions, and ASIC's statutory accounting. This role involves close collaboration with internal teams to execute accurate and timely financial processes. The position will be fully in-person in Dallas, TX and will report to the controller.Major Responsibilities:Support the month-end and year-end close process through preparation of journal entries, accruals, and financial adjustments across insurance programsPerform account reconciliations across key balance sheet accounts, including cash, depreciation, prepaid expenses, and liabilities, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of variancesAssist in the preparation of financial reporting for insurance programs, ensuring compliance with STAT (SAP) and GAAP requirementsSupport cash and settlement processes, including tracking fund flows and reconciling program-level transactionsAssist with reinsurance accounting activities, including quota share arrangements and related reportingCollaborate with underwriting, operations, and finance teams to ensure alignment between financial data and business activityProvide support during internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requestsContribute to process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy within accounting operationsQualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting required1–3 years of accounting experience; insurance accounting experience preferredWorking knowledge of accounting principles, including exposure to STAT (SAP) and/or GAAP reportingExperience with general ledger systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, Xlookups, data analysis)Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and reconcile financial data accuratelySolid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environmentProactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.Work AuthorizationApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.