Accounting Specialist I at Allsup

Belleville, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

43100.0

Posted On

03 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Entry, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Cash Application, ACH Transactions, Financial Record Maintenance

Industry

Insurance

Description

About the role The Accounting Specialist I primarily performs accounting responsibilities to assist the Controller and Senior Staff Accountant. This position will split time performing various accounting and administrative duties related to the maintenance of Allsup’s financial records and the remaining time will be responsible for making phone calls to SSA. What you'll do Prepare overpayment spreadsheets for client companies and accounts payable. Post and balance the daily Social Security direct fee payments. Post payments in cash application and ORS system. Process and approve ACH transactions and account transfers. Sort, scan, and distribute mail to the Accounting Staff. Provides back-up support, on a regular basis, to various Accounting Staff, particularly Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Perform special projects as designated by the Controller or Senior Staff Accountant. Maintain strict confidentiality of claimant information, procedural manuals, client/prospect lists, information on new business ventures, and other confidential Allsup information. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred with 6 months of work history or associate's degree with 2-4 years of work experience in the Accounting field or equivalent experience. Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Organizational, detail-orientation and solid verbal and written communication skills, a must. Candidate must be able to perform recurring tasks on a daily basis in a timely manner with accuracy. Knowledge of the Social Security disability process preferred. Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(K) Matching Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program DISCLAIMER Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in the job description are not exhaustive. The company may assign other tasks, duties and responsibilities with no prior notice. Equal Opportunity Employer. ALL characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Specialist I performs accounting and administrative duties to maintain financial records and assist the Controller. Responsibilities include processing payments, managing accounts payable and receivable, and communicating with the Social Security Administration.