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Accountant – Direct Bill

NORTH CAROLINA LOCATIONS
 
System Search is currently recruiting for Direct Bill Accountants for North Carolina Locations including:

     

  • Charlotte, NC
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    The Direct Bill Accountant will provide Accounting support to major Financial Accounting areas, including Accounts Payable, General Ledger Accounting, and Account Reconciliation.
     
    Responsibilities of Direct Bill Accountant:

       

    • Processes benefits, personal, and/or commercial lines direct bill commissions. Searches customer and policy numbers and enter premiums and commissions received from insurance carriers.
    • Processes company commission due statements. Requires research to ensure funds have not already been paid to carriers; and initiate payments to carriers when necessary.
    • Processes intercompany journal entries and commission re-classes and manages the direct bill receivables report.
    • Reconciles direct bill general ledger accounts to ensure all monies deposited are appropriately recorded in the general ledger.(and all commission statements have been posted.
    • Maintains the Monthly Revenue Log, Carrier Website Login spreadsheet, and DB commission statement folders.
    • Communicates with carriers to obtain commission statements and pulls monthly statements from company websites.
    • Communicates with company personnel to resolve discrepancies and exceptions and to verify policy and commission information.
    • Reconcile Direct Bill General Ledger for month end closing and clear any outstanding items
    • Post Direct Bill commission entries and commission download entries as needed
    • Research & Resolve Direct Bill posting issues with outsourcing company and returning to them in a timely manner
    • Performs other duties or projects as assigned.

     
    Direct Bill Accountant Qualifications & Experience:

       

      • BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or Statistics preferred
      • Advanced course work in bookkeeping and accounting
      • Finance and accounting experience preferred
      • Insurance experience preferred
      • Basic knowledge of accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures that is reflective of the financial service industry.
      • Working knowledge of Microsoft applications especially Word and Excel.
      • Advanced analytical and mathematical skills.
      • Advanced interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication.
      • Advanced problem solving, relationship management and critical thinking skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects, meetings and deadlines.
      • Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality.
      • Must value operating in a collaborative work environment.
      • Willingness to assist internal and external customers with any concerns.
      • Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.
      • Ability to work independently and on a team.