Finance Manager - Avon, United States - Paragon Insurance Holdings

Description

Job Description

Why Paragon? In 2014, Paragon was incepted in a Starbucks coffee shop with a simple strategy — build the MGA that we would want to work for. Years later, Paragon is one of the fastest growing MGAs in the country. Our secret? A dedication to diversity and agility. We realized from the start that a commitment to thinking, acting, and rewarding "different" would resonate within the industry. It is hard to argue with results, and the results are clear. Our diverse team of talent is reshaping an industry that has weathered "boring" and is long overdue on "different." Whether it comes by offering better pay, benefits or growth opportunities, we will continue to aggressively invest in talent to drive our business forward. Change is here, come be a part of it with us.

Formed as a broadly diversified MGA, Paragon supports retail agents and insurance carriers, and reinsurers with our strong underwriting talent, broad capabilities, sophisticated operations, and varied business interests. Our goal: To help our partners do business better. And we do.

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The Finance Manager is responsible is an essential individual contributing and management oversight role on the team. This team member must have the discipline to adhere to deadlines while providing excellent support to the accounting team and managers. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind for the financial aspects of the job and will also possess a clear, concise, and pleasant communication style. This is a position where customer-focus, detailed work, guidelines, structure, and established policies must be followed, while working closely with the team to provide guidance and knowledge where necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the transition to a common accounting system across the company
• Management and oversight of two junior accounting positions.
• Perform/approve balance sheet reconciliations for all general ledger liability accounts.
• Assist in the completion of month-end close.
• Financial Statement & Reporting (includes Flash Rev and Flash EBIDTA).
• Oversee and perform the vendor payable and carrier payable process.
• Direct Bill commissions to brokers
• Monitor daily cash application processing. Ensure that all transactions are processed.
  • Weekly Cash Flow reporting
• Prepare detailed expense analysis as requested.
• Oversee Surplus Lines tax (accounting & processing).
• Provide support in the carrier, internal, and external audits as well as tax preparation work.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles.
• Assist with any M&A activities.
• Fiduciary accounting & reconciliation, proper allocation of fiduciary funds.
• Complete various financial activities for Canadian entity including tax prep, payroll, expenses & financial statement preparation
• Continually look for ways to streamline reporting process for the department and organization.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in business/finance related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a technical/professional position; insurance or MGA experience desired but not required – with management experience.
• Familiarity working within Oracle financial platform preferred, but not required.
• Advanced abilities in Excel spreadsheets and analytics.
• Experience with system implementation and integration preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and independently manage responsibilities.
• Strong communications skills with ability to influence decision making and actions as needed
• Successful time management and the ability to multitask as well as work independently
• Have a natural inclination toward financial detail.
• Be a self-starter who enjoys completing tasks with an eye toward potential efficiencies/better ways of doing things.
• Must be adept at managing remote working conditions, and remote supervision.
• Limited travel expected

Ready to have your voice heard, your talents properly utilized and to become a valued part of a rapidly growing organization? You're in the right place.

Paragon is a dynamic, bold, and tenacious company. Join us as we continue to chart new paths, open doors and grow together.

Paragon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or familial status, disability status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard, as we believe that that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.