Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alera Group is a growing company specializing in Employee Benefits, seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance client service and benefits strategy. The role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver exceptional client experiences.
Responsibilities
- Supporting strategic finance initiatives that drive operational excellence, accuracy, and organizational growth
- Partnering with cross‑functional teams across agency, regional, and corporate accounting functions to support consistent financial operations
- Managing functional workflows related to commission processing, agency billing, producer compensation, and accounts payable
- Processing and reconciling commissions, fees, reimbursements, and expenses to ensure accurate reporting and general ledger posting
- Administering and maintaining commission processing systems, including setup of customers, producers, carriers, rate tables, and electronic remittance mappings
- Analyzing commission data and reports to identify discrepancies, missing payments, and errors and coordinating resolution
- Preparing and distributing commission statements and payroll reporting related to commissions and bonuses
- Assisting with month‑end close activities to ensure accurate agency‑level accounting records
- Managing accounts receivable activities including invoicing clients and monitoring outstanding balances
- Supporting carrier setup, credentialing, and compliance activities
- Reviewing, coding, and submitting accounts payable transactions and coordinating vendor setup
- Analyzing financial data and operational reports to inform decision‑making and improve outcomes
- Ensuring compliance with organizational policies, accounting standards, and internal controls
- Contributing to a collaborative culture that supports colleagues across Alera Group’s national network
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 3+ years of experience in a staff accountant, senior accountant, or commission accounting role
- Strong knowledge of accounting processes including commissions, billing, and accounts payable
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Experience with CRM, commission processing, or accounting systems
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership for accuracy, deadlines, and outcomes
- Curiosity and willingness to continuously learn and improve financial processes
- Strategic thinking balanced with hands‑on execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with a strong sense of urgency
- Commitment to supporting a performance‑based and client‑focused culture
- Adaptability and calm under pressure in dynamic environments
- Active Life and Health license
- Ability to obtain required licensure within agreed upon timeline after hire
- Ongoing continuing education to maintain active status
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage
- 401(k)
- Generous PTO
- Role-specific learning paths
- Leadership development programs
- Technical and compliance training
- Industry certifications and continuing education support
- Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities
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