Accounting Manager

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2 Locations
Remote
Senior level
Insurance
The Role
As an Accounting Manager, you will lead accounting operations, ensure compliance with GAAP, manage financial reporting, and implement process improvements.
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About Beam:

Beam was founded in 2012 by three engineers who saw the opportunity to modernize the dental benefits industry using technology. Today, Beam Benefits is a digitally-led employee benefits company that offers dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental health coverage. The company simplifies and modernizes the $100+ billion ancillary benefits industry through its leading dental insurance product, breadth of ancillary benefits, AI-powered underwriting, diversified distribution channels, and next generation benefits administration technologically-driven customer experience.



What we're looking for:

Beam’s Accounting Team empowers the company by developing and implementing scalable accounting processes that facilitate timely and accurate financial reporting. As an Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in leading and improving accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, and driving automation and efficiency in our processes. We are looking for someone who is not only technically proficient but also creative and energetic in problem-solving, willing to challenge the status quo, and eager to explore new ways to improve efficiency through technology and automation.


What you will bring:

You are a self-motivated leader with a passion for continuous improvement and the ability to take ownership of projects from inception to execution. You thrive in a team-oriented environment and excel at critical thinking and strategic problem-solving. You are eager to leverage technology and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting processes.

Joining Beam Benefits Means:

  • Working in a complex and dynamic business, simultaneously serving customers across employee benefits insurance product lines and growth and service channels
  • Collaborating with a diversely skilled team to continuously improve
  • Being empowered as an owner and expert
  • Being motivated by improving how people access employee benefits

What you will do:

  • Lead and oversee accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls
  • Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements, implementing solutions to enhance efficiency
  • Work cross-functionally with teams across the company to ensure financial processes align with business objectives
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to accounting team members, fostering a culture of learning and growth
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with auditors and other third-part vendors
  • Develop and maintain policies and procedures to support the company’s growth and scalability
  • Assist in financial statement preparation and ensure accurate reporting to stakeholders
  • Partner with HR to support payroll processing and reconciliations, with knowledge of payroll tax implications being a valuable asset
  • Demonstrate expertise in accounts payable and treasury functions to support cash flow management and vendor relationships

What skills will help you be successful:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; exposure to insurance accounting and reporting is a plus
  • At least 5 years of experience in accounting operations or public accounting, with prior experience in a managerial role preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principlesFamiliarity with financial reporting systems (e.g., Salesforce, Tableau, or SQL) is a plus
  • Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and translate findings into actionable insightsExperience with process automation and ERP systems; proficiency in NetSuite is a plus
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with data visualization tools
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to tell a clear and compelling financial story
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvementIntegrity, empathy, and a commitment to collaboration

Compensation and Benefits:

Beam offers a competitive base salary paired with an attractive variable compensation structure.

Employees benefit from performance-based bonuses and incentives, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, Beam provides a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible time off, and the opportunity to participate in the equity program.


The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position.

Top Skills

Excel
Gaap
NetSuite
Salesforce
SQL
Tableau
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The Company
Columbus, OH
272 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Beam is a digital-first provider of dental benefits for businesses in over 40 states. Beam’s product experience focuses on ease-of-use and tailored pricing that is fundamentally built on preventive care. Beam is the only dental benefits company to incorporate rewards for dental hygiene into policy pricing. Learn more about how the company is modernizing dental care at www.beam.dental.

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