Accounts Payable Specialist

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

It's an exciting time to join Brown & Brown!  Our business is growing both in North America and internationally which emphasizes the need to build an unparalleled team that promotes future growth. We're excited to continue solidifying that foundation as we are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our growing Accounting and Finance department in St. Petersburg, FL!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Responsible for Account Current and/or Item Basis reports and reconciliation.
• Responsible for Account Current and/or Item Basis Carrier payables.
• Assists with premium corrections and day-to-day accounting issues with underwriting teams.
• Corresponds with carriers regarding balances & works with Carriers and/or underwriting teams to resolve issues and reconcile discrepancies.
• Corresponds with carriers to ensure return premium funds are collected timely and recorded appropriately.
• Responsible for reviewing and resolving outstanding checks aged 90 days or greater.
• Cross-trained in accounting functions to help fill-in covering vacations or any other absences.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Minimum education or prior job experience – High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one – three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient with MS Office
• Exceptional telephone demeanor
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.
• Education assistance: tuition reimbursement assistance, student loan repayment assistance, scholarships for dependents of teammates
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.