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You will be joining Cowbell, a company that is revolutionizing cyber insurance by leveraging technology and data to provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with advanced warning of cyber risk exposures along with adaptive cyber insurance coverage. Cowbell follows a unique approach called adaptive insurance, continuously assessing and underwriting policyholders" cyber risk exposures to adapt to the evolving threats of today and tomorrow. The underwriting platform, powered by Cowbell Factors, streamlines the insurance process from submission to issue in less than 5 minutes. Established in 2019 in the San Francisco Bay Area, Cowbell has experienced rapid growth and now operates in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and India. A recent successful Series C fundraising round of $60 million from Zurich Insurance further solidifies Cowbell's mission and accelerates its global impact on revolutionizing cyber insurance. With support from over 25 prominent reinsurance partners, Cowbell is set to redefine how SMEs navigate the changing landscape of cyber threats. In your role, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of Cowbell's subsidiaries in India, Canada, and the U.K. You will collaborate closely with the U.S. team to maintain accurate records, ensure compliance, and offer financial insights. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the smooth functioning of the company's accounting operations and present opportunities for growth as the organization expands. Your key responsibilities will include: - Maintaining and updating accounting records, including the general ledger, to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial transactions. - Regularly reconciling bank statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly. - Keeping balance sheet accounts up-to-date through regular reconciliations and managing fixed assets and prepaid expenses. - Handling financial transactions between international subsidiaries and ensuring proper documentation and compliance. - Preparing cash flow forecasts, monitoring liquidity, and recommending necessary actions. - Leading month-end and year-end closes, conducting flux analysis to identify trends and anomalies. - Engaging independently with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial matters and ensuring compliance with rules, regulations, and timely tax filings. - Continuously enhancing financial processes and controls, documenting procedures, and participating in professional development opportunities. To be successful in this role, Cowbell is looking for candidates with the following qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required; Master's preferred. - 5+ years of relevant accounting experience in India, the U.S., and the U.K. - Familiarity with US & UK GAAP, Netsuite, Snowflake, and Salesforce is a plus. - Experience in insurance accounting and statutory accounting is beneficial. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, detail-oriented, and experienced in creating and managing procedures and documentation. - Flexible, open to change and innovation, highly organized, and adept at problem-solving. - Ability to work under pressure, a sense of urgency, and a mission-driven mindset. In return, Cowbell offers: - Employee equity plan for all employees and wealth enablement plan for select customer-facing roles. - Comprehensive wellness program, meditation app subscriptions, lunch and learn sessions, book club, happy hours, and more. - Professional development opportunities to learn about cyber insurance, cyber security, and enhance professional skills in a collaborative team environment. Cowbell is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. As an equal opportunity employer, Cowbell offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for professional growth. Visit https://cowbell.insure/ for more information on Cowbell Cyber. Please note that Cowbell Cyber does not permit the use of AI tools during any stage of the interview process. By applying, you agree to complete all assessments and interviews without the use of generative AI assistance.,
