Carrier Payable Processor

Alera GroupTacoma, WA
3hHybrid

About The Position

Alera Group is looking for a Carrier Payable Processor. We are seeking highly motivated colleagues who bring experience and enthusiasm to our team – joining us may be the perfect fit for you! Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of US business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, and Wealth Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service. The Payables Specialist is responsible for processing and paying operational expenses and insurance carriers proficiently, accurately, and timely. This involves getting proper approvals on all expenses, collaboration with internal and externalentities, accurate posting in the accounting system. This position will help support the Accounting Team with various tasks and projects. The position handles highly confidential information.

Requirements

  • 2+ years Accounts Payable experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • Valid driver’s license (if visiting branch office is required)
  • Ability to work overtime, if needed
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule
  • Limited travel required (for branch visits, training, and conferences)

Responsibilities

  • Index invoices in ImageRight, including task attributes
  • Communicate with vendors and coworkers to obtain information and resolve discrepancies
  • Obtain approvals for Vendor Payables invoices
  • Process Vendor Payables invoices in the accounting system
  • Review and process vendor payments charged against producer production totals (Chargebacks)
  • Make accurate, timely payments via Checks, ACH, Wires, and EFTs
  • Process outside broker commission payments
  • Process use tax transactions in the system
  • Prepare and pay state and local B&O taxes and use tax
  • Review and post employee reimbursements from Concur
  • Index invoices/statements in ImageRight, including task attributes
  • Reconcile invoices/statements with matching entries in the accounting system
  • Review and process client-related check requests
  • Make accurate, timely payments from the accounting system
  • Log carrier payment information into data management software
  • Proactively run and review accounting reports for accuracy
  • Assist with special projects, as assigned
  • Provide backup and support to the Accounting team
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives for accounting accuracy and efficiency

Benefits

  • Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits to our colleagues, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, generous paid time off and much more.
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