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Accountant and Bookkeeper Insurance Program from First Choice Insurance Intermediaries
First Choice Insurance Intermediaries, Inc. offers a focused insurance solution for accounting professionals through our Accountant and Bookkeeper Insurance program. Built for independent agents and brokers, this program provides targeted coverage for a wide range of accounting services, access to top carriers, and a streamlined quoting process so you can place your clients’ business quickly and confidently.
Ideal Accounts and Eligible Professions
This program is best for solo practitioners and small to mid-sized firms in the accounting and financial services space. Eligible professions include:
Bookkeepers
Certified Public Accountants (CPAs)
Financial Preparers
Management Accountants
Risk Advisory Accountants
Taxation Accountants
We also provide coverage for over 180 additional professional classes. To view the full list of eligible professions, see our Appetite Guide.
Ineligible classes include:
Financial or pension auditing
Mergers and acquisitions consulting
Public, SEC, or high net worth auditing
Registered financial advising
Tax shelter planning
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
This program includes core coverages designed for accounting professionals:
General Liability: $100,000 for damage to premises rented
Business Owner’s Policy (BOP): $100,000 for damage to premises rented
Professional Liability: Includes third-party discrimination coverage with a $100,000 limit (available for accountant policies only)
*BOP coverage is not available in the following states: AK, AL, AR, DE, FL, HI, ID, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MS, MT, NE, ND, NH, NM, NV, OK, OR, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WY.
Coverage is offered on an admitted basis in select states, giving insureds the option of regulated, admitted paper where available.
Underwriting Notes
We target low- to moderate-risk accounting exposures with clean loss histories. This program is not intended for firms that perform high-risk financial services such as investment advising, SEC-level auditing, or other high-exposure work.
Good examples of fit:
A small CPA firm that provides tax preparation and bookkeeping for local businesses
An independent bookkeeper who contracts with multiple small clients
States Where Coverage is Available
This program is available in the following states: AL, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.
Please note that availability of specific coverages such as BOP can vary by state and by carrier.
Why Work with First Choice Insurance Intermediaries
As a wholesale broker, First Choice Insurance Intermediaries, Inc. combines deep expertise in professional liability with market access to top-rated carriers. We focus on responsive service and practical underwriting guidance so you can place accounting and bookkeeping risks efficiently. Whether you are submitting a straightforward solo practitioner or managing a book of small firm accounts, we offer the placement support and admitted/non-admitted options to help you get the business bound.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of accounts are a good fit for this program?This program is ideal for small to mid-sized accounting firms, CPAs, bookkeepers, and financial preparers with low to moderate risk profiles and clean loss histories.
Are there any professions that are not eligible?Yes. The program excludes financial or pension auditors, SEC/public auditors, registered financial advisors, and firms involved in mergers, acquisitions, or tax shelter planning.
Is BOP coverage available in all states?No. BOP is restricted in a number of states—refer to the BOP exclusion list above or contact us for state-specific availability.
Can I access other professional liability markets through First Choice?Yes. We offer access to more than 180 professional classes through partner carriers. View the Appetite Guide for additional eligible classes.
What carriers are used for this program?We work with top-rated admitted and non-admitted carriers depending on state and account profile to provide the best available options for your clients.
Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.