Staff Accountant

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For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

AmeriLife Benefits, a national leader in voluntary, executive & Medicare benefits, is seeking a Staff Accountant. Are you looking to join a nimble, industry-leading organization with a reputation for high-quality consulting and benefit services, along with strong earnings potential and a team-oriented structure to help you succeed? We could be your career solution.

Job Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting with various accounting duties and special projects.  Accounting proficiency and Microsoft Excel is a must, as well as experience with reconciliations and other accounting related tasks.  Strong attention to detail, great organizational skills, and technical ability to work with software systems and general ledger programs also required.  

• General ledger accounting• Third Party Administration accounting• Balance sheet reconciliations• Accounts payable and receivable clerk duties• Bank account reconciliations• Processing ACH and wire transfers • Data entry within Microsoft Excel• Processing of Accounting details and commissions within internal Billing system • Other various reconciliation/analysis under the direction of the Executive Vice President, Operations• Ad-Hoc special projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or finance.• General ledger accounting experience.  • Familiarity with a variety of insurance industry concepts, practices and procedures, preferred.• Experience in Microsoft office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).  Advanced Excel knowledge is a necessity.• Data reconciliation skills.• Strong organizational skills.• Attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently under deadline pressure is essential.• This is not a work from home position on a daily basis.• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.• Able to work in a fast-paced, team environment as well as independently.• Strong interpersonal skills; effective oral and written communications both internally and externally.• Flexibility and adaptability; energetic and self-driven.