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Commissions Accounting Analyst
Southern Insurance Group
Lawrenceburg, TN
About Community Connections
Organized in 1981, Southern Insurance Group is a Tennessee-based insurance marketing and distribution company offering superior product lines, specializing in Medicare Advantage programs since 2005. They have a broad knowledge in this market spanning over three decades. Their dedicated office staff has a combined total of more than 130 years of experience in delivering unmatched exceptional service to their agents. The relationships that they built and maintained over the years have proven to be invaluable. Southern Insurance serves a field force of broker agents in 49 states across the nation. Southern Insurance Group is based in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee and is a proud Integrity partner.
Job Summary
The Commission Accounting Analyst is responsible for overseeing the commission accounting process, including reviewing and reconciling commission payments, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills to interact with insurance companies and agents regarding commission issues. The successful candidate will also play a key role in supporting commission accounting operations, coaching other team members, and assisting in developing efficient procedures. This is a critical position within the accounting team, designed to ensure smooth commission processing while upholding high standards of accuracy and service.
Primary Responsibilities:
Review new policies from incoming commission statements and input data into the Agency Management System to generate outgoing commission advances and earnings to agents.
Reconcile incoming commission payments to expected schedules and identify and resolve any discrepancies.
Communicate (both written and verbal) with insurance companies to resolve various commission-related issues, such as missing or incorrect payments, policy and agent statuses, and other issues affecting commissions.
Generate commission payment reports from the Agency Management System (for both incoming carrier payments and outgoing agent payments).
Handle commission statement scanning, filing, and related administrative tasks.
Manage incoming and outgoing calls and emails from agents concerning commission issues.
Ensure that excellent service is provided to agents in a timely and professional manner.
Assist in developing and refining procedures to ensure efficient and effective commission accounting operations.
Perform complex financial transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
Balance account statements by identifying issues and resolving financial discrepancies.
Conduct weekly quality oversight activities for individuals and carriers.
Lead, support, and coach other Commission Accounting Associates.
Provide backup support to the Commission Accounting Manager and other Commission Accounting Analysts when needed.
Primary Skills & Requirements:
Proficient computer skills, with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to lead a team effectively.
Proven problem-solving ability, especially when dealing with complex issues.
Strong communication skills at all organizational levels, both verbal and written.
High level of proficiency in calculating figures such as commission premiums and percentages.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced work environment.
Experience with system testing and documentation of new processes is a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting company goals and co-workers.
Insurance industry experience is preferred but not required.
Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Accounting, or a related field.
About Integrity
Integrity is one of the nation’s leading independent distributors of life, health and wealth insurance products. With a strong insurtech focus, we embrace a broad and innovative approach to serving agents and clients alike. Integrity is driven by a singular purpose: to help people protect their life, health and wealth so they can prepare for the good days ahead.
Integrity offers you the opportunity to start a career in a family-like environment that is rewarding and cutting edge. Why? Because we put our people first! At Integrity, you can start a new career path at company you’ll love, and we’ll love you back. We’re proud of the work we do and the culture we’ve built, where we celebrate your hard work and support you daily. Joining us means being part of a hyper-growth company with tons of professional opportunities for you to accelerate your career. Integrity offers our people a competitive compensation package, including benefits that make work more fun and give you and your family peace of mind.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Integrity is committed to meeting Americans wherever they are — in person, over the phone or online. Integrity’s employees support hundreds of thousands of independent agents who serve the needs of millions of clients nationwide. For more information, visit Integrity.com.
Integrity, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Integrity, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
