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Staff Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$74,171 / year median in Tennessee
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Role:
- Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process.
- Prepare journal entries, bank reconciliations, and close support schedules.
- Review general ledger activity and resolve discrepancies.
- Partners across accounting, operations, billing, commissions, and cash management.
- Assist with MGA-related accounting activity, including premium, commission, fees, and carrier settlements.
- Help maintain strong internal controls, accurate records, and audit-ready documentation.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- 2-4 years of accounting experience, insurance or a multi-entity environment is a plus.
- Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting support.
- Strong general ledger knowledge.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or accounting systems.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience in an MGA, insurance carrier, brokerage, or premium accounting environment.
- Exposure to commission accounting, carrier reconciliations, and cash application.
- Experience supporting audits or improving close processes.
Why Join Us:
- Join a growing, MGA and service-driven organization with strong momentum.
- Gain exposure to a dynamic accounting environment with cross-functional visibility.
- Play an important role in financial close and reporting that directly supports leadership decision-making.
- Contribute to process improvement and help shape a scalable accounting function.