What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Insurance Centers Of America, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Bookkeeper to join our team at a large property and casualty insurance agency. This role is vital in maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will have proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably within the insurance industry, and will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Company Description
Insurance Centers of America, Inc. has been in business since the early 80s under the same ownership. We are one of the largest locally owned independent agencies and are the parent company to ICA Agency Alliance, Inc, a Master Agency with SIAA. We aren't your typical independent agency! We are a thriving business, dynamic, and growing! We are looking for qualified individuals to join us!
Insurance Centers of America, Inc. has been in business since the early 80s under the same ownership. We are one of the largest locally owned independent agencies and are the parent company to ICA Agency Alliance, Inc, a Master Agency with SIAA. We aren't your typical independent agency! We are a thriving business, dynamic, and growing! We are looking for qualified individuals to join us!
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Bookkeeper to join our team at a large property and casualty insurance agency. This role is vital in maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will have proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably within the insurance industry, and will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable: Process invoices, verify account coding, and ensure timely payment to vendors.
- Accounts Receivable: Monitor incoming payments, track overdue accounts, and assist in collections.
- Receipts and Checks: Record cash receipts and ensure proper handling and documentation of checks.
- Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries into the accounting system.
- Direct Bill Entries: Record direct bill transactions from insurance carriers and ensure accurate documentation.
- Process Monthly Commission: Calculate and distribute monthly commission payments to agents and brokers.
- Review Expenses: Monitor company expenses and flag any discrepancies.
- Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support, including organizing financial documents and assisting with reports as needed.
- Proven experience as a bookkeeper, ideally within the property and casualty insurance industry – minimum 3 years experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Knowledge of insurance industry-specific accounting practices is a plus.
- Experience working in an insurance agency or related financial sector.
- Familiarity with direct bill systems and commission structures in the insurance industry.
- Full-time position.
- Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 1 Hour Lunch, two 15-minute breaks (morning and afternoon)
- Paid Time Off/Sick Leave
Company Description
Insurance Centers of America, Inc. has been in business since the early 80s under the same ownership. We are one of the largest locally owned independent agencies and are the parent company to ICA Agency Alliance, Inc, a Master Agency with SIAA. We aren't your typical independent agency! We are a thriving business, dynamic, and growing! We are looking for qualified individuals to join us!
Insurance Centers of America, Inc. has been in business since the early 80s under the same ownership. We are one of the largest locally owned independent agencies and are the parent company to ICA Agency Alliance, Inc, a Master Agency with SIAA. We aren't your typical independent agency! We are a thriving business, dynamic, and growing! We are looking for qualified individuals to join us!