Gallagher · 1 day ago
Accounting Associate
West Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expGallagher is a leading insurance brokerage that helps clients face risk with confidence. The Accounting Associate role involves reconciling insurance carrier statements, resolving billing discrepancies, and processing carrier payable checks while ensuring compliance with company procedures.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesInsuranceManagement ConsultingRisk Management
Responsibilities
Reconciles insurance carrier statements to internal accounting records; identifies discrepancies between the two
Researches and resolves billing discrepancies with internal customer service representatives or contacts at the insurance company
Processes carrier payable checks within required due dates, ensuring funds are not advanced to the carriers until Agency has been paid first without proper approval
Data entry of direct bill production into accounting system according to company procedures
Compiles and sorts documents, such as invoices and checks, and routes invoices to the appropriate individual for review and approval and processing
Assists with the filing of accounting support documentation in a timely manner
Prepares monthly close journal entries for various outside agencies for their data migration
Assists with month end close
Follows company procedures with respect to all essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Qualification
Required
High school diploma and 5 years related experience
Well developed understanding of bookkeeping/accounting principals
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Office Products
Advanced Microsoft Excel expertise
Solid background in the use of technology, particularly applications specific to department/area
Excellent communication skills written and oral
Preferred
Bachelors degree desirable
Knowledgeable in using various analytical approaches to problem solving
Work history in some sector of the insurance industry
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program
And more...
Company
Gallagher
Gallagher is an international insurance brokerage and risk management services firm.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.7B2024-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $8.5B
2023-06-22Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
1984-06-29IPO
Leadership Team
Alec Herring
Area Senior Vice President
Mark Gresser
Executive Vice President
Recent News
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