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We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an insurance organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing routine accounting entries and reconciliations, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger accounting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
Job Responsibility
Record and post month-end journal entries such as accruals, recurring adjustments, and premium-related transactions to keep the general ledger current and accurate
Match premium accounts receivable activity to incoming cash on a daily basis and prepare any required correcting or supporting entries
Complete daily cash position reconciliations and help monitor the accuracy of cash activity across accounts
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure timely resolution
Calculate and prepare agent commission support, including logs and statements, for monthly and quarterly payment cycles
Reconcile claims payment balances each month and verify supporting records are aligned with accounting data
Prepare premium tax filings for state and municipal jurisdictions in accordance with reporting deadlines
Track outstanding stale-dated checks, communicate with payees as needed, and complete unclaimed property reporting documentation for applicable states
Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules, review contribution classifications, and assist with month-end close, financial reporting, data submissions, audits, and other accounting projects as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
At least 1 year of accounting experience
experience in insurance or casualty accounting is a plus
Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using accounting software in a business environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners
Ability to manage several responsibilities at once, take initiative, and complete work independently with attention to detail
Nice to have
experience in insurance or casualty accounting is a plus