Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
Brown & Brown is seeking an Accountant to join our growing team in New Hyde Park, NY!
The Accountant is responsible to assist in certain aspects of banking, vendor payables, escheatment, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, financial forecasting and budgeting, and certain reconciliations.
How You Will Contribute:
Record and reconcile financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger entries.
Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, and provide income statements flux analysis.
Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
Analyze financial data and identify trends to support business decisions.
Reconcile Surplus Lines Taxes.
Maintain policy files and documentation.
Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation.
Assisting with forecasting/budgeting preparation.
Maintains security by following internal controls and segregation of duties.
Correspond with internal and external entities via phone, mail, and email to respond to questions.
Participate in internal leadership meetings to provide insights and support strategic decision‑making.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills & Experience to Be Successful:
Minimum education required bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent in relevant experience.
Proficient with MS Office Suite
Exceptional telephone demeanor
Valid Driver License
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Some insurance related courses or industry related knowledge preferred
Pay Range
60000 - 75000 AnnualThe pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
- Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
The Power To Be Yourself
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
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What We Do
Brown & Brown Insurance provides risk management solutions to help protect what our customers value most. Our four business segments offer insurance products and services to businesses and individuals.
Our culture is built on integrity, innovation, superior capabilities, and discipline. We view insurance differently and use our experience, carrier relationships, and principled customer focus to deliver first-class service and solutions.
Becoming a Brown & Brown teammate introduces you to a career with virtually unlimited possibilities. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees. We strive to attract people who are competitive, driven, and disciplined. Our unique company culture of meritocracy rewards self-starters and those committed to doing what is best for our customers. We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work ®.
Brown & Brown has demonstrated a Culture of Caring through dedication to the people and communities we serve. With more than 11,000 teammates in over 300 locations across the US, Canada, Ireland, the UK, Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands, we actively support numerous organizations in the local communities in which we live, work, and play.
With a long-standing history of proven success, Brown & Brown is one of the insurance industry’s most powerful and influential leaders, ranked as the fifth-largest brokerage in the US and sixth in the world. You can find us on the NYSE as BRO.
