What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commissions Specialist III position at Continental General?
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About Continental General:
The Continental General family of companies has provided insurance, including life and long-term care policies, to individuals and groups for over 30 years, and currently supports over 100,000 policyholders. Both our insurance company, Continental General Insurance Company, and our third-party administrator, Continental General Services, are committed to the continuous development of our infrastructure, processes, and people. The group is actively growing through expansion of both its insurance portfolio and its administrative services. With each opportunity, we take a collaborative approach to address challenges and provide unique solutions.
The Commissions Specialist III plays a significant role in managing and processing commissions. You will ensure accuracy and timely completion of all commission processing. You will partner closely with other business areas to problem solve and identify the root cause of error that impacts commission payments.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all compensation transactions
- Assist with the annual tax reporting to all payees
- Process deductions, corrections and adjustments
- Manage commission debt according to company policy and procedures
- Complete reconciliation to ensure accuracy of commission payments
- Perform ad hoc reporting, metrics, and analytics
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with producers, field offices and interested parties
- Provide professional, high level, customer service via telephone (inbound and outbound), email, and/or written communication, handling inquiries regarding commission payouts, deductions, and commission calculations
- Involvement in state audits where accuracy of mass data and timeliness of evaluation is a requirement
- Adhere to department production and quality policies and standards
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned
What Were Looking For:
4 years of experience in an accounting or payroll function, with experience in a commissions or sales environment preferred.
Bachelors degree in a related field, or the equivalent years of education and experience required.
Strong quantitative skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with empathy and strong listening skills
Knowledge of state regulations concerning commission payments
Proven track record of being results-oriented and collaborative
Ability to intuitively problem-solve and think critically, and creatively, to deliver the right solutions
Ability to exercise sound judgement and independent thinking in decision making, while balancing the need for collaboration in a team
Motivation to demonstrate a healthy curiosity and passion to continually learn and improve business acumen
Operate with adaptability and agility to navigate the changes that occur within a rapidly growing company
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work with new insurance products in a dynamic and growing company.
Competitive salary and benefits
Collaborative and fast-paced work environment.
Professional development and growth opportunities within the insurance space.
Benefits:
Competitive Salary & Target Bonus Program
Retirement Savings 401(k) with a company match
Comprehensive Medical insurance through BlueCross BlueShield of Texas. Company-paid dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and life insurance.
Work-Life Balance 20 days of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
Flexible Work Options & Perks Hybrid and remote opportunities, wellness programs, and weekly paid lunch for onsite staff.
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts Includes a company match for HSAs.
