Accounting Analyst - Accident & Health

The Opportunity:

The purpose of this role is to support Accident & Health (A&H) underwriting business strategy by handling daily Premium Accounting functions. Provide exceptional internal and external Accounting Support by contributing to the Premium Accounting team.

Your new role

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of established accounting procedures by entering transactions into accounting software and identifying and correcting any discrepancies

• Assemble monthly Accounts Receivable reporting for business units within A&H triage throughout the month to adhere to regulatory and corporate requirements

• Prepare and process payment requests in accordance to accounts payable procedures

• Develop standard monthly reporting for a subset of our clients with keen eye to ensure data accuracy

• Support cash management procedures by appropriately allocating incoming cash, monitoring multiple accounting systems and maintaining accurate documentation

• In partnership with internal peers, maintain consistency with month and year end closing processes and procedures by reconciling assigned accounts and reporting is prepared.

• Review and analyze accounting issues, communicate feedback to internal and external partners, share knowledge, resolve questions and provide recommendations to support achievement of business objectives

• Assist junior level team members by addressing questions, reviewing billing information and maintaining consistency and close collaboration with the senior leadership team

• Collaborate with internal peers to resolve complex billing issues and/or conflicts that may prevent payment of premiums

• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value "can do" people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun

Required Education
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Preferred Competencies/Skills
* Work independently with little supervision or direction
*Implement reports to provide access to critical system information
*Complete tasks by taking decisive or quick action
*Take responsibility and willing to make decisions
*Work with people at different levels within the organization to accomplish a common goal
*Quickly learn, understand, and take action
*Show drive and initiative
*Be a willing, effective, and efficient learner
*Motivational, inspirational and enthusiastic approach to team leading
*Use internal and external resources to gather, analyze and reorganize information

Preferred Licenses/Certifications
* Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Preferred Knowledge
* Advanced working knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data
*Applied working knowledge of financial management, insurance principles and cash and capital principles
*Applied working knowledge of finance technology processes, procedures, solutions and best practices

Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate's professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE's annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.

QBE Benefits: We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to:

* Hybrid Working - a mix of working from home and in the office

* 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis

* Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%

* Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice

* Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education

* Employee Network and Community - QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community

To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US.

At QBE, we're enabling a more resilient future - for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We're building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.

Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.

Join us now, so you can be part of our success - and we can be part of yours!

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At QBE, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where each person is valued and respected for their authentic selves. If you require any assistance, such as alternative interview accommodation during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to inform our Talent Acquisition team.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

US Only - Travel Frequency
* Frequent (approximately10+ trips annually)

US Only - Physical Demands
* General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

US Only - Disclaimer
* To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Job Type
* Individual Contributor

Global Disclaimer
* The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee's normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

Skills:

Business Management, Collaboration Tools, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

Skills:

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.