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Accounting Assistant (Accounting Associate) role supporting AR/AP, general ledger entry and reconciliations, and customer billing/payment queries for Statewide Underwriting Services, an insurance-focused underwriting services company. This is a long-term temporary, onsite position (30 hours/week) expected to last around 12 months, paying $30-$32/hour.
Key skills
Accounts receivable (daily processing and reconciliation)Accounts payable (invoice processing and payment posting)General ledger data entry and reconciliationDouble-entry accountingMonth-end and year-end closeQuickBooksMicrosoft ExcelCustomer service (phone and email)FIS/IAS (preferred)Property & Casualty insurance experience (plus)
Pays $30.00-$32.00 per hour for a 30-hour/week, 12-month temporary onsite Accounting Assistant role in Fort Montgomery, NY.
You'll thrive here if you’re organized, adaptable, and enjoy balancing hands-on accounting work with frequent customer and agent communication in a fast-paced environment.
Why apply
- Long-term 12-month temporary role
- Collaborative, supportive team environment
- Build accounting and customer service experience
Statewide Underwriting Services is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounting Associate to join our team. The role is a long-term, 30 hour per week, temporary position expected to last approximately 12 months.
The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for greeting customers in a positive and pleasant manner in-person and over the phone, supporting core accounting operations and collaborating with team members across the organization, as well as with external agencies and business partners.
The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Handling incoming calls and emails to assist insured and agents.
Communicating with insureds, agents and internal staff regarding billing or payment inquiries.
Processing and reconciling accounts receivable daily.
Producing cancellations and refunds as needed.
Assisting with accounts payable, including communicating with vendors, invoice processing and payment posting.
Maintaining accurate and organized accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
Understanding accounting concepts, such as double-entry accounting
Entering and maintaining accurate financial data into the general ledger.
Reconciling general ledger on a weekly/daily basis.
Performing month-end and year-end closing procedures
Effectively managing a large volume of work while meeting strict guidelines.
Training employees and supporting internal procedures.
Performing other duties as assigned, including project work wherever needed.
Associate degree in accounting required, bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred. Property and Casualty Insurance-related experience a plus.
Knowledge of QuickBooks, Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with FIS/IAS a plus.
Positive and friendly demeanor.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well independently and with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team.
Must be adaptable and flexible to pivot as priorities change.
Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize the workload.
Ability to maintain professionalism and a professional work ethic.
Company Values
We are committed to fostering a culture centered on:
Positive Attitude
Adaptability
Strong Work Ethic
Dedication
Relational Excellence
Why Join Us
Join a collaborative team where your contributions directly impact company success. We offer opportunities for growth, a supportive environment, and the chance to build valuable accounting and customer service experience.
Salary range: $30.00 to $32.00 per hour