Accounting Specialist

WalkerHughes Insurance; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in insurance is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their dedicated team. This role involves key responsibilities such as monitoring capital outflow, verifying expense reports, and facilitating vendor payments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in public accounting, along with proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office. You will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial records and supporting the team with your organizational skills. If you're passionate about finance and looking for a fulfilling opportunity in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Insurance

Health Savings Account

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in Public Accounting required.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor outflow of capital and verify expense reports.
• Facilitate vendor payments and reconcile financial reports.

Skills

Public Accounting

Bookkeeping Practices

Accounting Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Insurance Industry Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Accounting

CPA or working towards CPA

Tools

Quickbooks Online

Job description

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WalkerHughes Insurance provided pay range

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Accounting Specialist

We are in the insurance industry to put people first. That statement goes for both our customers and each member of the WalkerHughes team. WalkerHughes team members guide our customers through the world of insurance, advocate for them when they need us most, and pioneer unique solutions to meet their needs. We are passionate about utilizing technology as a tool to empower our team and support our customers.

Your Purpose:

You are responsible for monitoring the outflow of capital for the company.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and verify expense reports; reconcile expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records.
• Facilitate payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, review of purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identify discount opportunities, and issue purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
• Assist with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Monitor agency bill invoices and statements, confirming agency bill policies have been properly invoiced by the account manager to the insured and paying agency bill carriers net due.
• Assist account managers with invoicing questions and ensure customer and insured checks and refunds are properly applied to policies and/or invoices.
• Record entry of, verify documentation for, and distribute petty cash.
• Calculate and report sales tax based on paid invoices.

Your Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, Business or Accounting degree preferred
• Insurance industry experience a plus
• 1-2 years in Public Accounting, required
• CPA or working towards becoming a CPA
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures
• Knowledge of clerical/accounting practices
• Reliable and extremely trustworthy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs
• Must be able to learn other accounting software systems. (Quickbooks Online, a plus)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Short term and long term insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday in person

Experience:

• Public Accounting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA or working towards your CPA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Carmel, IN 46032: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Insurance

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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