Accounting Service Specialist (Entry Level)

Raphael & Associates; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision/life insurance

401k with matching

Job summary

A leading independent claims adjusting company in Rutherford, NJ is seeking an experienced Accounting Service Specialist to assist with back-office accounting functions. This role requires strong organizational skills, an ability to multitask, and proficiency in Excel. You will manage client escrow accounts, provide detailed reporting, and ensure data integrity while interacting effectively with clients and team members. Competitive compensation package, including salary, bonus, and benefits, is offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting, finance or business is required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills are essential.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Proficiency in Excel is needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage client escrow accounts and ensure funding levels.
• Issue checks and other payments promptly.
• Analyze incoming payments accurately.
• Reconcile bank accounts with internal systems.
• Provide detailed client reporting as needed.
• Ensure data integrity related to financial records.
• Respond to client inquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Review processes for efficiency improvements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Excel (Pivot Tables, Vlookup)

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BS/BA degree in accounting, finance or business

Job description

Raphael & Associates is a third-party claims administrator and independent claims adjusting company internationally recognized for exceptional service. We understand the importance of adapting to the demands of a dynamic market and we tailor our services to our client’s specific needs. As a claim’s organization, what we do is complex. Our mission is simple: to provide outstanding service, retain extraordinary professionals, and utilize the best technology in the industry!

As a leading organization in the industry, we offer dynamic and challenging opportunities to individuals who want to make a difference. We value camaraderie, vision, a passion for excellence, creativity, and a “roll-up-your-sleeves, get it done” mentality. We are searching for experienced, energetic, creative, and self-reliant professionals for exciting career opportunities!

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity for a detail oriented and computer savvy Accounting Service Specialist to assist with the back-office accounting functions at a growing organization. You will be able to work with an exceptional team to keep the organization operating in an efficient and organized manner!

Responsibilities

Entry level Accounting Service Specialist responsible for day-to-day management of client escrow accounts, to include:

• Monitoring daily funding levels to ensure sufficient capacity to issue pending/upcoming payments; interact with clients to arrange additional funding when necessary
• Issuing checks and other payments (i.e. wire transfers, ACH)
• Analyze incoming payments to correctly record items
• Reconciling bank accounts to internal systems and loss reports
• Providing detailed client reporting (monthly and ad-hoc)
• Ensuring data integrity related to financial records in core systems
• Responding to client and internal inquiries promptly, professionally and efficiently
• Build effective electronic correspondence that engages an effective partnership
• Review current processes and systems. Recommend upgrades or alternative solutions to improve efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability
• Special projects as assigned
• In addition to the above key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the Company may reasonably require.

Key requirements

• The successful candidate should have a BS/BA degree in accounting, finance or business
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage time and be able to multi task in an ever-changing environment
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with co-workers, management, and internal/external customers
• Excel knowledge (i.e. Pivot Tables, Vlookup)
• Proficiency in creating, maintaining and improving Microsoft Excel worksheets to efficiently handle large amounts of data
• Strong analytical, problem solving and technical skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively

Benefits and Perks

We are an organization that recognizes and appreciates hard work! We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including salary, bonus, paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance and 401k (with matching!). Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to work directly alongside an extraordinary and dedicated team to grow a critical function within a dynamic, growing company!