Poms & Associates Insurance Brokers Hiring for Staff Accountant Job at Woodland Hills, CA Full Time

POSITION

Staff Accountant I, Full-time, reporting to the Finance and Accounting Manager.

This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate and acts as a basis for future growth within our organization. As part of the Corporate Team, the Staff Accountant I will work closely with a group of self-starters who were able to advance into their current roles from a similar foundation. This position fosters the development of professional skills and provides valuable corporate experience.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Poms and Associates Insurance Brokers is a $50 million full-service insurance brokerage and risk consulting firm headquartered in Woodland Hills, CA.

Recognizing a growing need within the industry for problem solvers willing and able to think outside the box, David Poms formed Poms & Associates in 1991. At Poms & Associates, our collective knowledge and experience serving the needs of public, private and institutional entities makes us more than mere advisors; we become trusted partners in understanding our clients’ unique needs and risks.

As a member of the Corporate Team, we consider our fellow coworkers to be those very clients.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

An undergraduate degree in Business/Economics, or currently working towards a degree in these areas, is preferred. Experience in performing analytical, economic, research or similar projects is a plus.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Record trust and operating bank deposits daily
• Process company accounts payable to carriers via check/EFT
• Coordinate with client service representatives on outstanding balances, premium differences, and check processing
• File various documents electronically into the agency management system
• Participate in month-end closing process, including performing reconciliations and various tasks amongst the team
• Maintain and manage relationships with client service representatives and carriers
• Serve as backup for team members, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals.
• Convey information clearly and simply. Demonstrate skills in transmitting and receiving information to and from a wide variety of individuals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the core values of the company. Understand the guidelines for the way business is conducted through its transactions. Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to focus on and perform detailed work. Ability to synthesize distinct data/information sets to provide insights and potential solutions.
• Assure projects satisfy the stated and implied needs of the customer, internal and external. Provide deliverables according to stated deadlines.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn new skills. Proficient in MS Office and Excel.

-Equal Opportunity Employer-

Resumes without cover letters will not be reviewed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We are going to be working remotely until at least July 2021; but will be evaluating the situation as it develops.

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19