(Senior) Premium Accounting Associate

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.  We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture.  As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

(Senior) Premium Accounting Associate 

Purpose 

The primary responsibility of this role is to assist with various Premium Accounting functions including cash applications, collections, and communications with internal and external customers for AXIS’ North American Insurance Business.

• Review unresolved differences/issues on cash allocations and premium receivables and assist in escalation process if required. 

• Prepare disbursement requests for return premiums, commissions, and overpayments to the brokers 

• Communicate with brokers and Axis internal customers. 

• Work in conjunction with the internal departments and external brokers to research and resolve any outstanding issues and/or inquiries. 

• Assist the BPO team in researching issues. 

• Review the overdue receivables report produced by the BPO vendor and work with Axis internal departments and/or brokers to resolve discrepancies. 

• Initiate policy cancellation processes for non-payment of premium. 

• Conduct other duties as assigned. 

Required Education/Training & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience. 

• Knowledge of the P&C insurance industry a plus 

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of related automated financial systems. 

• Demonstration of strong software skills including Excel, Access, and Outlook. 

Other Desired Skills & Characteristics 

• Excellent communication, analytical and proven problem-solving skills with a commitment to meeting daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines. 

• Detail oriented, deadline driven, organized, able to handle multiple tasks while working independently or as part of a team. 

• Highly motivated and dedicated to contributing to the growth and success of the company. 

• Problem solver – identification, analysis, recommend, implement. 

• Ability to prioritize and learn quickly.