Accounting Clerk

Alera Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Alera Group is seeking an Accounting Clerk for a hybrid role. You will support accounts receivable and commission processes, balance daily transactions in AgencyBloc, and help allocate revenue across entities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong Excel/Office skills.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with in-office and remote days, plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Prior experience with agency commissions is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; accounting or related coursework preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Teams and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts receivable activities and maintain accurate commission records.
• Process and balance daily commission transactions in AgencyBloc.
• Review revenue transactions for proper allocation by subsidiary and department.
• Modify/import carrier commission statements from Excel into AgencyBloc.
• Investigate commission discrepancies and resolve payment issues.
• Generate commission reports using AgencyBloc and other tools.
• Collaborate to maintain accurate commission split arrangements.
• Provide responsive service to agents, carriers, and colleagues.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Accounting/Finance coursework preferred

Tools

AgencyBloc

Excel

Word

Teams

SharePoint

Tipalti

QuickBooks

Concur

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

About Alera Group

Founded in 2017, Alera Group is one of the nation's leading independent insurance and financial services firms. We combine the strength of a national organization with the personalized service of local experts to help clients succeed across Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, Wealth Services, and Human Capital Solutions.

Overview

Accounting Clerk

About Alera Group

Founded in 2017, Alera Group is one of the nation's leading independent insurance and financial services firms. We combine the strength of a national organization with the personalized service of local experts to help clients succeed across Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, Wealth Services, and Human Capital Solutions.

Why Join Alera Group?

• Collaborate with purpose – Work alongside colleagues who believe the best results come from strong partnerships, shared expertise, and supporting one another.
• Build your career – Expand your expertise through meaningful work, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow across a national organization.
• Make an impact - Help clients navigate complex challenges while contributing to solutions that make a difference for their businesses, employees, and communities.

The Opportunity

At Alera Group, our Employee Benefits team helps organizations attract, retain, and support their employees through innovative benefits solutions. As an Accounting Clerk, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional client service, building trusted relationships, and helping clients navigate the complexities of employee benefits.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts receivable activities and maintain accurate commission transaction records
• Process and balance daily commission transactions within AgencyBloc
• Review and classify revenue transactions for proper allocation by subsidiary, general ledger account, class, department, and location
• Modify and import carrier commission statements from Excel files into AgencyBloc
• Investigate and resolve commission discrepancies, missing payments, and transaction errors
• Generate commission reports using AgencyBloc and other reporting tools
• Collaborate with internal departments to establish and maintain accurate commission split arrangements
• Provide responsive customer service to agents, carriers, and colleagues regarding commission-related inquiries

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma required; currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential and time-sensitive information with professionalism
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint
• Ability to quickly learn new software systems and business applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, coursework, or experience related to accounting, finance, or bookkeeping
• Experience working with financial systems, CRM platforms, or reporting tools
• Familiarity with AgencyBloc, Tipalti, QuickBooks, Concur, or Adobe Acrobat
• Customer service experience in a professional environment
• Understanding of accounts receivable processes and basic accounting principles

Compensation

• Hourly Range - $20-$22 hourly

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Additional Information

Work Arrangement

This position is Hybrid

• Hybrid - This role follows a hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office and remote work based on business needs and manager expectations.

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Location Type

Hybrid - 2 or less days in office