Full-Time

Staff Accountant

Posted on 12/13/2025

Hilb Group

Hilb Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Nationwide personal and commercial insurance brokerage

No salary listed

Richmond, VA, USA

Remote

Category
Accounting (1)
Requirements
  • Highschool or GED required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or subsequent Accounting coursework. CPA certification a plus, but not required
  • Proven accounting experience at a public accounting firm strongly valued as well as subsequent insurance industry experience
  • 3+ years of work experience in accounting roles demonstrating a solid understanding of basic accounting principles, including audit preparation and financial controls
  • Working knowledge of Workday Financials or similar ERP systems
  • Preferred experience working with large insurance brokers or financial services organizations
  • Preferred familiarity with process documentation and optimization
  • Preferred advanced proficiency in GAAP, financial reconciliations, and report generation
  • High attention to detail, strong analytical mindset, and excellent communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including general ledger reconciliations and financial reporting
  • Assist team as needed with revenue recognition activities in compliance with ASC 606
  • Oversee lease accounting and ensure proper classification and compliance
  • Prepare and manage property tax documentation and 1099 submissions
  • Assist with audit preparation and documentation of financial controls
  • Ensure compliance with accounting principles and internal standards
  • Maintain and document accounting processes for control and efficiency improvements
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to drive finance-related projects and enhancements

Hilb Group is an insurance brokerage serving personal and commercial lines across all 50 states through about 125 local branches. It assesses client needs and places policies with carriers, earning premiums and brokerage fees. The firm combines the buying power of a large broker with the local, hands-on service of neighborhood agencies, emphasizing local expertise and investing in employees. Its goal is to deliver customized, attentive insurance solutions that protect clients while supporting employee development and community impact.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

Richmond, Virginia

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Completed over 190 acquisitions, expanding to 32 states including Kentucky on July 1, 2025.
  • Secured $2 billion refinancing with $500 million added debt for M&A growth.
  • Appointed Rob Nesselt as Southeast leader from Risk Strategies in March 2026.

What critics are saying

  • $1.6M data breach settlement triggers lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny now.
  • Carlyle Group demands exit in 18-24 months if EBITDA growth stalls.
  • Competitors poach talent like Nesselt, disrupting teams in 12-18 months.

What makes Hilb Group unique

  • Combines big broker resources with small agency personal service across 125 branches.
  • Offers specialty insurance in over 30 expertise areas for customized solutions.
  • Partners with entrepreneurial local brokers for tailored client experiences.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

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Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Company Match

Company News

Insurance Journal
Mar 3rd, 2026
People Moves: TDCI, Hilb Announce New Roles, New Faces

People moves: TDCI, Hilb announce new roles, new faces. March 3, 2026 The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance announced personnel changes at the department this week. Michael Barber, with 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, was named director of the Consumer Insurance Services section. Barber joined TDCI in 2018 as a consumer insurance investigator, then worked as consumer insurance services manager, the department said in a statement. In 2025, the consumer section handled more than 5,100 consumer complaints and returned some $15 million to policyholders. Also, Peter Roth joined the department as director of business process improvement. He will oversee ways to streamline processes, improve efficiency and increase productivity by working with Insurance Division staff and with industry stakeholders, the department said. He is a retired Green Beret with management experience who previously worked with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Hilb Group, a major insurance brokerage based in Virginia, named Rob Nesselt as its Southeast platform leader. Nesselt will oversee growth and business development in the region, Hilb said in a news release. Nesselt recently was commercial lines head at Risk Strategies' Atlantic region, and before that was with Marsh McLennan. Was this article valuable?

WVNEWS
Jul 18th, 2025
Hilb Group Expands into Kentucky, Grows Market Presence

Hilb Group expands into Kentucky, grows market presence.

PR Newswire
Jul 18th, 2025
Hilb Group Expands into Kentucky Market

The Hilb Group, headquartered in Richmond, Va., has expanded into Kentucky by acquiring a local multi-line insurance agency, effective July 1, 2025. This acquisition enhances the company's services in the Midwest and Central regions, marking Kentucky as a new addition to its portfolio. The Hilb Group, a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group, has completed over 190 acquisitions with more than 125 offices in 32 states.

CityBiz
Apr 17th, 2025
Hilb Group Acquires Maine Business

The Hilb Group has acquired a Maine-based property and casualty business, effective April 1, 2025. This acquisition expands the company's presence in the New England region and adds Maine to its portfolio. The Hilb Group, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is a leading insurance brokerage and advisory firm and a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group. The company has completed over 180 acquisitions with more than 125 offices in 31 states.

CityBiz
Dec 18th, 2024
Hilb Group Acquires Texas Insurance Business

The Hilb Group has acquired a Texas-based property and casualty business, effective December 1, 2024. This acquisition enhances Hilb Group's property and casualty offerings in Texas and the region. The company, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group and has completed over 180 acquisitions across 30 states.

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