Accounting Associate

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

Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an Accounting Associate to join our growing team in Atlanta, GA .

This position will provide superior service and partnership to our internal brokers and external business partners while maintaining a fast-paced stream of business on our accounting team. The primary responsibility of this position is to collect and post payments and reconcile bank accounts in a timely matter. This position will interact with retail agents, carriers, banking institutions, brokers and the Accounting teammates. Our company's high standards of quality in service must be maintained while delivering well thought-out solutions. Travel is not required for this position as contact with customers and teammates is by phone and email correspondence.

Essential Duties and Functions:

• Performs Accounts Receivables daily functions to include processing agent payments, finance company payments and notices, client refunds, resolving agent disputes and reconciling agent statements for Bridge Specialty Insurance Brokerage region.

• Provides clear and thorough documentation of all reconciliations and payments.

• Processes and completes various Excel reports.

• Assists with the month end close process.

• Delivers professional and prompt communication with both external customers and internal teammates.

• Assists with other accounting areas such as insurance company payables and vendor payables as needed.

• Assists with gathering information for audits.

• Participate actively in team efforts to achieve departmental and agency goals.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Team player - the individual works well with others in a team environment.

• Adaptability - the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Quality control - the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors their own work to ensure quality.

• Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, and maintains confidentiality.

• Computer Skills - Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office Suite or products, and company software.

• Organization- the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and possesses the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

• Communications - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. The individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively, and can read and interpret written information.

Qualifications:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two (2)-year college or technical school; or

• Six (6) months or more related experience and/or training; or

• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficient with MS Office Suite.

About Us:

Bridge Specialty Group creates a more seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers' comp, property and personal lines.

With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book.

Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group - aligning risk with greater reach.

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Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits : Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits : ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness : Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits : Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself".