Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will assist in the month-end-process. Maintain Unclaimed Property files and filing. Maintain 1099"s and annual filing. Perform duties as needed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primary back-up for Accounts Payable
• Review daily cash transactions and positive pay
• Report to Management daily cash and money market balances
• Run month-end reports from multiple systems
• Prepare and complete month-end reports for month-end journal entries
• complete the assumed reinsurance month-end journal entries
• Maintain 1099s and complete the annual filing for three companies
• Maintain unclaimed property and complete annual filings for three companies
• Prepare and complete Statutory filings as required
• Assist in filing annual statement and quarterly statements
• Inter-company expense entries and reporting for one company
• Journalize credit card processing statement
• Assist with other projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Minimum two years accounting experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong time management skills
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Accounting Systems (Sage 100)
• Online state filing experience preferred

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• Insurance industry experience preferred

First Chicago Insurance Company provides a competitive benefits package to all full- time employees. Following are some of the perks First Chicago employees receive:

• Competitive Salaries
• Commitment to your Training & Development
• Medical and Dental
• Telemedicine Benefit
• 401k with a generous company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Training Programs
• Wellness Program
• Fun company sponsored events
• And so much more!