Accounting Specialist - Accounts Receivable

JOB TITLE: Accounting Specialist – Accounts Receivable & Payroll
DEPARTMENT: Accounting
REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WHO IS CCIG: Founded in 1985, CCIG has grown from a small insurance broker to one of the leading insurance brokerages in the United States. CCIG provides property and casualty, risk management, employee benefits, life, and wealth management service to clients nationwide. Its clients include publicly traded companies, middle market companies, and local family-held businesses.

CCIG has been recognized as a Colorado Top Workplace by The Denver Post in the category of companies with 50-149 employees and has also been recognized as a Top 100 Property & Casualty Insurance Broker by Insurance Journal.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Specialist serves as a critical link between financial data and business strategy, providing meaningful analysis and reporting that supports organizational goals. This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records, managing key functions such as accounts receivable and payroll, and ensuring compliance with corporate policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Through a commitment to accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement, the Accounting Specialist helps drive informed decision-making, operational excellence, and the organization's long-term success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Manage A/R reporting to include: aging report, client refunds, client payments, check deposits and any other necessary adjustments
• Manage Direct-Bill reconciliation and assigning/downloading commission payments
• Assist with month-end close process: reclasses, reconciliation of related balance sheet accounts, A/R management, and other assignments that may arise 
• Prepare and post daily journal entries, receipts, disbursements
• Process full-cycle payroll in Paycor for 120+ employees and assist with reporting to internal parties
• Organize other miscellaneous payroll items to ensure synergy across all platforms
• Prepare, reconcile, and post monthly corporate credit card expenses
• Prepare, reconcile, and post weekly expense reimbursements
• Assist with audit and tax requests
• Completes all other projects or requests assigned by Accounting Manager

KEY PLATFORMS:

• Applied Epic 
• IPFS
• Paycor
• Empower Retirement Plan
• Tallie 
• Bill.com
• All Microsoft Products (Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.)

KEY SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required
• 1-3 years of accounting experience (insurance experience is a plus)
• Proactive participation in continuing education classes
• Must be proficient with Excel, Word, and Outlook applications

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

• Pay Range: $50,000 - $70,000 (dependent on experience and/or qualifications) 
• Bonus Potential: 5% of annual salary
• Total Compensation = Pay + Performance Bonus + Benefits

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position primarily operates in a professional office environment. The employee is regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods, use hands to operate a computer, keyboard and other office equipment. The role requires clear verbal and written communication, including use of the telephone, email, and other collaboration tools. Periodic standing, walking, and light lifting or carrying of materials (generally up to 10 pounds) may be required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.