Accounting Specialist

FOCUS; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Hybrid work model

Job summary

PEAK6 is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support financial accuracy and day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment. The role involves cash posting, payment processing, and grants support to underwriting, billing, claims, and customer service teams.

The successful candidate will have an associate degree in accounting-related field and 1–3 years of experience, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in cash posting, accounts receivable, payment processing, or related accounting role.
• Prior insurance industry experience strongly preferred; property & casualty experience a plus.
• Experience in a multi-entity or high-volume transaction environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Post daily cash receipts to correct policyholder accounts accurately and per contracts.
• Reconcile payments to invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Research and resolve unapplied or misapplied payments promptly.
• Process adjustments, refunds, cancellations, and chargebacks as needed.
• Balance daily cash posting batches and reconcile with bank activity.
• Maintain detailed and accurate transaction records.

Skills

Data entry (10-key)

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Cash application

Accounts receivable

Payment processing

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company's first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6's core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, Zogo, and Bruce Markets.

Position Overview

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the company's financial accuracy and day-to-day operations. This role includes posting incoming payments, performing cash reconciliations, analyzing accounts, and assisting with general accounting tasks. The position works closely with internal teams such as underwriting, billing, claims, and customer service as well as external partners.

By maintaining accurate financial records and providing useful insights, the Accounting Analyst helps support informed business decisions and overall organizational transparency. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who performs well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is interested in growing within the accounting and finance fields. Responsibilities may expand over time as business needs evolve.

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in office) - Sunrise, FL

Reports To: Financial Operations Lead

What You'll Do

Cash Posting & Payment Processing (60%)

• Post daily cash receipts - including checks, ACH transfers, credit card payments, and other payment methods - to the correct policyholder accounts accurately and within the clients' contractual agreements
• Reconcile payments to invoices and identify discrepancies
• Research and resolve unapplied, misapplied, or unidentified payments promptly
• Process adjustments, refunds, policy cancellations, and chargebacks as needed
• Review and balance daily cash posting batches and reconcile totals with bank activity
• Maintain detailed and accurate transaction records
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial controls

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support (25%)

• Work closely with billing, underwriting, claims, and customer service departments to resolve payment-related issues
• Provide assistance to internal teams, customers, or agents regarding payment inquiries, overdue premiums, and account status
• Engage with internal teams to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to cross-functional projects to streamline and enhance accounting and payment operations
• Serve as a point of contact for payment processing questions and escalations

Reconciliation & Compliance (15%)

• Reconcile cash batches and payment activity with bank statements and internal records
• Assist with the identification and resolution of payment discrepancies across internal and external clients
• Ensure full adherence to all regulatory, reporting, and internal control requirements
• Support audit requests by providing documentation and transaction detail as needed

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (preferred)
• 1-3 years of experience in cash posting, accounts receivable, payment processing, or a related accounting role
• Prior insurance industry experience is strongly preferred; property & casualty experience a plus
• Experience in a multi-entity or high-volume transaction environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Perform high-volume data entry using 10-key by touch with a high level of speed and accuracy (10,000 KPH)
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when handling a high volume of financial transactions
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, particularly for resolving payment discrepancies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal departments and external clients
• Strong working knowledge of cash application, accounts receivable, and basic accounting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism

Hourly Rate: $20-$22/hr.

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at [e-mail]. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.