Accounting Manager

ABOUT BESTOW

Life insurance is one of the world's most important products. It's also one of the hardest to build, distribute, and modernize. Bestow exists to change that.

Bestow is a leading vertical technology platform serving some of the largest and most innovative life insurers. Our platform unifies the fragmented, legacy value chain, enabling carriers to launch products in weeks instead of years. Carriers choose us to scale and operate at unprecedented speed, powered by AI and automation.

Bestow isn't selling policies. We're building the infrastructure that helps an entire industry move faster, reach more people, and deliver on its promise.

Backed by leading investors (Goldman Sachs, Hedosophia, NEA, Valar, 8VC) and trusted by major carriers, Bestow is powered by a team that moves with precision, purpose, and heart. If you want to help reimagine a centuries-old industry with lasting impact, join us.

Bestow offers flexible remote/hybrid work, meaningful benefits, equity, and substantial growth opportunities.

Bestow participates in the E-Verify Program.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The General Accounting Manager plays a key role in scaling and maintaining a strong accounting function at a high-growth SaaS startup, with ownership of all non-revenue accounting processes. This is a hands-on role—well-suited for someone ready to roll up their sleeves in a lean team environment—requiring strong prioritization skills, strategic thinking, and flawless execution across multiple accounting areas. The role manages a small team (1–2 direct reports). In addition to core leadership responsibilities, this person is willing to take on staff-level work when needed, mentors and develops junior team members, and drives process improvements and automation to reduce manual work as we scale.

This role reports to the Controller and is either remote or hybrid, with 1-2 days/week minimum coming into our Dallas, TX office, located downtown in Deep Ellum. #LIREMOTE

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own the close process: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close for all non-revenue areas, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP.

• Expense lifecycle management: Oversee expense accounting end-to-end, from coding and approvals through reporting, ensuring accuracy and clear policies.

• Accounts payable & vendor management: Manage AP processes, vendor onboarding, and relationships, while improving payment efficiency and maintaining strong controls.

• Expense reporting systems: Oversee employee expense reporting tools, driving adoption, accuracy, and policy alignment.

• Financial reporting & analysis: Prepare internal financial statements for non-revenue areas, develop variance analyses, and provide insights that help leaders understand key drivers.

• Audit & compliance readiness: Support external reporting needs and partner with auditors by maintaining well-documented, organized processes.

• Internal controls: Ensure adherence to controls across all non-revenue areas; identify and implement improvements to reduce risk.

• Team leadership: Manage and mentor 1–2 junior accountants, coaching them on technical skills, prioritization, and career growth. Step in on execution as needed to model a hands-on approach.

• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with Finance, Legal, Engineering, and IT on initiatives that impact accounting, ensuring accurate data flows between operational systems.

• Systems & process improvement: Lead automation and system enhancements across AP and other non-revenue workflows to reduce manual work and build for scale.

• Strategic problem solving: Anticipate accounting challenges that come with growth, design scalable processes, and make recommendations with long-term impact.

• Business partnership: Communicate complex accounting matters in a clear, practical way to non-finance stakeholders, influencing business decisions.

WHO YOU ARE

• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the SaaS/tech space; Big 4 or public accounting background a plus.

• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP; CPA required.

• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a lean team environment.

• Strong mentoring and leadership skills with proven ability to develop junior team members.

• Proven track record of driving process improvements and automation to increase efficiency.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with proven ability to anticipate business needs.

• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets and ERP experience with integrated business applications

• Strong systems aptitude; comfortable navigating complex in-house platforms and high-volume data environments.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting critical deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.

TOTAL REWARDS

At Bestow, we’re proud to be awarded for our team members, innovative products, and culture. Our standard benefits include:

• Competitive salary and equity based on role

• Policies and managers that support work/life balance, like our flexible paid time off and parental leave programs

• 100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Lifestyle stipend to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing

• Flexible work-from-home policy and open to remote

• Remote and WFH options, as well as a beautiful, state-of-the-art office in Dallas’ Deep Ellum, for those who prefer an office setting

• Employee-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Recent Employer Awards include:

• Best Place for Working Parents 2023 + 2024 + 2025

• Great Place to Work Certified, 2022 + 2023 + 2024 + 2025

• Built In Best Places to Work, 2022 + 2023 + 2025

• Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Texas 2022 + 2023

• Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance 2022 + 2023 + 2024

We value diversity at Bestow. The company will hire, recruit, and promote regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We understand the importance of creating a safe and comfortable work environment and encourage individualism and authenticity in every team member.

Thanks for considering a job at Bestow!