Accounting Specialist

Sterling Thompson Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) match

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonuses

Paid holidays

Professional development

Wellness program

Company paid life insurance

Company paid long-term disability保险

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sterling Thompson Company, based in Louisville, KY, seeks an Accounting Specialist to handle agency-billed accounts, carrier payables, tax filings, and reconciliations. The role emphasizes accurate recording of insurance transactions and timely vendor payments, with a focus on regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and at least two years of accounting experience, including familiarity with agency systems such as

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or insurance accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with agency management systems such as Applied Epic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain agency-billed client accounts and apply client payments.
• Reconcile carrier statements and process carrier payments on time.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and research reconciling items.
• Prepare and file surplus lines taxes and municipal premium taxes.
• Assist with journal entries, account analysis, and month-end close activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Applied Epic

Job description

Our firm is experiencing rapid growth and is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented professional to join our team as an Accounting Specialist in our Louisville, Kentucky office. This full‑time position is responsible for day‑to‑day accounting functions related to agency‑billed accounts, carrier payables, premium tax filings, and account reconciliations. The Accounting Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the accurate recording of insurance transactions, timely payment of carrier balances, compliance with surplus lines and municipal tax requirements, and maintenance of agency accounting records.

Key Responsibilities

Agency‑Billed Accounting

• Process and maintain agency‑billed client accounts.
• Apply client payments and ensure accurate posting within the agency management system.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies.

Carrier Payables

• Review and reconcile carrier statements.
• Prepare and process carrier payments in accordance with due dates.
• Investigate and resolve premium, commission, and billing discrepancies with carriers.
• Maintain accurate payable records and supporting documentation.

Account Reconciliations

• Perform monthly reconciliations of carrier payables.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts.
• Research and resolve reconciling items timely.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities.

Premium Tax & Regulatory Reporting

• Prepare and file surplus lines taxes and reports.
• Prepare and remit municipal premium taxes and fees.
• Maintain filing calendars and monitor reporting deadlines.

Financial Administration

• Assist with journal entries and account analysis.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Support process improvement initiatives and accounting projects.

Desired Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or insurance accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with agency management systems such as Applied Epic is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) match, flexible hours, health insurance, paid time off, bonuses, paid holidays, professional development, wellness program, company paid life insurance, company paid long‑term disability insurance, paid parental leave, employee assistance program

Sterling Thompson Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.