Staff Accountant

Preferred Risk Insurance

Illinois

On-site

USD 25,000 - 37,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Training & Development

Medical and Dental and Vision Reimb.

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Company events

Job summary

Preferred Risk Insurance Services is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team in Illinois. This role supports key accounting functions including accounts payable, monthly commission processing, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial reporting.

You will work with the Airbase platform for payables and collaborate across departments. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
1–3 years of accounting or AP experience.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Advanced Excel and MS Office proficiency.
Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Process and code vendor invoices in Accounts Payable accurately.
Maintain AP email inbox and Airbase workflow.
Prepare and distribute vendor payments; reconcile statements.
Assist with monthly commission processing and inquiries.
Prepare journal entries and support month-end close.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and aid reporting.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Airbase platform

Microsoft Office

Job description

Preferred Risk Insurance Services is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. This role supports key accounting functions including accounts payable, monthly commission processing, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
Maintain the centralized Accounts Payable email inbox.
Maintain payables within the Airbase Expense & Spend Platform, including invoice processing, payment workflow management, vendor maintenance, and resolution of outstanding items.
Prepare and distribute vendor payments.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain organized Accounts Payable records and documentation.

Commission Processing

Assist with the monthly agent commission process.
Generate, sort, and distribute commission statements.
Respond to agent inquiries regarding commission payments and statements.

General Accounting

Prepare and enter journal entries.
Assist with month-end close and financial reporting activities.
Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and related analysis.
Maintain and reconcile intercompany receivable and payable accounts.
Support Accounts Receivable activity for the in-house Printing Department.
Assist with annual 1099 preparation and maintenance.
Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested.
Support special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
1-3 years of accounting, accounts payable, or related experience.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Risk Insurance Services provides a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees to include: