Staff Accountant
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to the unique role within a recognized startup but edged by the variability in accounting experience requirements.
- Entry-level salary: $60k-$80k.
- Role involves developing accounting processes in a startup.
- Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
Pros
- Joining a rapidly-growing company with a clear mission.
- Potential for career growth and process development.
- Flexible work schedule with remote arrangements.
Cons
- Entry-level pay may not align with expectations.
- Accounting roles can require extensive overtime during busy periods.
- Relatively junior position may limit immediate influence.
Who it's for
Entry-level / Junior • Hybrid (partially remote)
Good fit
- Recent graduates eager to learn in finance.
- Detail-oriented and motivated individuals.
- Candidates looking for flexible work opportunities.
Not recommended for
- Established professionals seeking advanced roles.
- Individuals wary of fluctuating work environments.
- Candidates not interested in the insurance sector.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Who we are at Embroker
Embroker is the radically simple destination for industry-tailored commercial insurance. Our mission is to make it radically easier for businesses to get the right coverage at the best price. With a technology-first, customer-centric approach, Embroker is changing how businesses protect themselves, their staff, and their customers. In 2015, Embroker has raised over $150M in funding from leading fintech investors.
Base Salary: $60,000 - $80,000 DOE
**This position will work onsite in the Oakbrook Terrace office for 2-3 days and 1-2 days remotely.
The value of this position
The Embroker Finance team is looking for a collaborative and detail-oriented Staff Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The Staff Accountant will have the opportunity to be an integral part of the Accounting team, develop best-in-class processes and procedures, and support the development and implementation of our financial systems roadmap. They will work closely with the Accounting Manager and Controller who bring deep insurance industry, startup, and InsurTech experience. The Staff Accountant role will be critical in continuing to develop efficient processes within the Accounting Team while also supporting the Finance team’s success and the company’s growth.
What you will own in this role
- A key member of the accounting department with ownership and involvement in:
- Monthly accounting close process (journal entries, account reconciliations, internal controls)
- Audit/tax prep work
- Solutioning issues related to Billing/collections & cash settlement processes
- Reconciliation and payment of recurring vendor payments
- Support the company expense management process, from onboarding new vendors to tracking and reporting corporate spend
- Participate and lead Ad Hoc accounting project work
- Support financial systems roadmap, including systems implementations & integrations
- Support the filing & payment of state taxes and fees and other regulatory reports in accordance with local state laws and regulations
- Assist in developing best-in-class accounting procedures, policies, and processes
- Support the development and standardization of key control metrics across the Finance function
What experience we believe is the right fit
- 0-3 years experience
- BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (CPA a plus)
- Previous experience with Salesforce or NetSuite software is a plus
- Highly organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks
- Comfortable in a quick and dynamic environment
Our Values
The Embroker Pack lives by three core values that have taken us from an idea to a growing, well-funded player in the Insurtech space.
Pack First
We succeed and fail as one team. We optimize for what is best for our entire organization. We always assume positive intent.
Be All-In
We are 100% committed. We move fast and are proud of what we build. We attack challenges with relentless positivity.
Create Magic
We strive to amaze and delight at every touchpoint. We make our work fun through teamwork, play, and positive energy.
AT EMBROKER, EMPLOYEES COME FIRST. BENEFITS SUMMARY HIGHLIGHTED BELOW FOR US & CANADIAN EMPLOYEES.
US Employees
- Medical - 5 plans to choose from including one with an employer funded HSA
- Dental - Employer pays 100% of employee premium
- Vision - Employer pays 100% of employee premium
- Life and AD&D - Employer provided as well as additional voluntary
- Short and Long Term Disability - Employer provided
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Childcare
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Employee Assistance Program - Including dependents
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off (Vacation)
- Sick Time
- 12-Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Work from Home Office Set-up Stipend
- Paid Subscription for Wellable Wellness
- Stock options
Canadian Employees
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D
- Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Additional portable insurance coverage is also available including:
- Life
- AD&D
- Critical Illness
Additional benefits offered:
- RRSP with Employer Match
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off (Vacation)
- Sick Time
- Parental Leave with Salary Top-Up Program
- Work from Home Office Set-up Stipend
- Paid Subscription for Wellable Wellness
- Stock options
