Premium Staff Accountant

001 Brown & Brown, Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

001 Brown & Brown, Inc is seeking a Premium Staff Accountant in Tampa, FL. The role involves managing and reconciling insurance premium transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED along with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

The position offers various health and financial benefits as well as paid time off and other perks. Join a company committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to prioritize tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Experience in an insurance-related role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile premium payments and broker commissions.
• Communicate with agents and brokers to resolve billing issues.
• Maintain accounts receivable and aging reports.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Agency Management systems

Job description

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is seeking a Premium Staff Accountant to join our growing team in Tampa, FL!

The Premium Staff Accountant role supports the Team Leader/Senior in executing all transactions related to Premium Accounting within NP East. The role manages and reconciles insurance premium transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth cash flow. It links policy administration, billing, and finance teams, researches inquiries, and meets processing deadlines with accuracy and timeliness.

How You Will Contribute:

• Record and reconcile premium payments, broker commission, state taxes, and credit refunds.
• Apply payments accurately to customer or broker accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts receivable (A/R), including suspense accounts and aging reports.
• Communicate with agents, brokers, and internal teams to resolve premium differences or billing issues.
• Ensure transactions follow company policies, audit requirements, and regulatory guidelines; assist with month‑end close.
• Research and correct misapplied premiums, payment variances, and billing errors.
• Utilize Excel and financial systems to analyze data and support reconciliation and reporting activities.
• Perform required general ledger account maintenance.
• Maintain clear records, process documentation, and workflow updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience to be Successful:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 years of related experience and/or training.
• Strong analytical skills, with accuracy and attention to detail; excellent communication and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize a diverse portfolio of tasks while consistently meeting deadlines; ability to communicate with different levels within an organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Agency Management systems (preferred).
• Insurance background (preferred).

Benefits & Total Well‑Being:

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well‑being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance; Financial Benefits: ESPP, 401k, Student Loan Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement; Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services; beyond benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself.”