- Salary
- $80k+
- Location
- 701 B Street, Suite 2100, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Workday
Description
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 a Staff Accountant to join our growing team in San Diego, CA!
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for accounting functions for assigned profit center(s) and ensuring those functions are performed in accordance with Brown & Brown Accounting Guidelines (BBAG) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This position will prepare journal entries, reconciliations, account analyses, and month-end financial reporting while supporting multiple programs and systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate accuracy, initiative, adaptability, strong organizational skills, and ownership of assigned responsibilities through completion.
How You Will Contribute:
Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with company accounting guidelines and GAAP.
Prepare monthly expense accruals and other month-end close entries.
Prepare and review bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
Research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Review general ledger activity and financial statements for accuracy and reasonableness.
Accumulate and analyze financial information used to prepare monthly reports, ledgers, and financial statements.
Identify unusual balances, discrepancies, or missing information and recommend appropriate corrections.
Maintain clear and organized supporting documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
Respond to accounting inquiries from internal and external business partners.
Follow up proactively with stakeholders to obtain information and resolve outstanding items.
Communicate potential risks, delays, or unresolved issues early enough for the team to respond.
Assist with process documentation and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, or efficiency.
Skills & Experience to be Successful:
Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in an accounting or financial role.
Practical experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
Working knowledge of accrual accounting and general ledger activity.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and recurring deadlines.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Preferred
Insurance industry experience.
Experience supporting multiple programs or business units.
Workday experience.
EPIC experience.
Velocity or Verity experience.
Experience working across multiple financial or operational systems.
Experience supporting month-end close activities.
Pay Range
$80,000 - $80,000 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.
Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement
Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page.
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”.