Commissions Analyst

AmeriLife•Clearwater, MO

16h

About The Position

Saves and prepares carrier commission statements for upload using File Explorer, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat. Ensures accuracy of commission files using problem-solving skills and predetermined data validation methods. Respond to inquiries from co-workers as well as other departments and external affiliates.

Requirements

Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and data management
Keen attention to detail
Team-first attitude
Proven track record of taking initiative
High degree of discretion; ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to problem solve and find creative solutions
Understanding of business needs and the willingness and ability to be available after hours as needed during busy commission cycles and to meet tight payroll deadlines
Flexible and open to new ideas and changes to comp plans, and having the insights to recognize challenges and/or opportunities to address them ahead of time
Willingness to accept new challenges, being curious about how things work, and finding solutions to potential issues
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and quickly changing environment, multi-task, and manage competing priorities with multiple deadlines, and a willingness to roll-up sleeves to get the job done
Must demonstrate high energy, initiative, and creativity
Ability to navigate a large network and follow file paths to save data in the designated location
Knowledge of the insurance industry and basic commission calculations

Responsibilities

Retrieve commission statements from various carriers using various predetermined methods
Prepare weekly and monthly commission files
Review data entries, calculations, and outputs with a high degree of detail to identify discrepancies and perform corrections and revisions in a timely manner
Summarize and submit commission calculations for review
Respond to commission questions from other departments in a timely and effective manner
Track, research and resolve calculation-related inquiries and exceptions including disputes
Actively participate and contribute to the continual improvement of best practices and processes to enhance efficiencies and reduce the risk of error
Support annual audit deliverables related to compensation payouts
Execute ad-hoc analytic requests