Premium Accounting Assistant

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional ready to grow your career in the insurance industry? Join Kinsale Insurance, a leading excess and surplus (E&S) lines carrier headquartered in Richmond, VA. We’re known for our high-quality, high-touch approach and innovative, personalized solutions that help clients manage complex risks.

About the Role

As a Premium Accounting Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting accounts receivable premium balances for our wholly owned subsidiary, Aspera Insurance Services, Inc. You’ll collaborate closely with our finance and underwriting teams, working onsite in our new Richmond, VA office to help ensure accurate, timely processing of premium transactions.

What You’ll Do

• Following up on past-due Aspera balances with agency accounting contacts
• Reviewing system-generated Aspera statements before they’re sent to agents
• Releasing Notices of Cancellation (NOCs) and reviewing related payments for rescission as appropriate
• Invoicing and following up on Aspera audit and other premium balances returned for direct collection
• Applying Aspera and Kinsale cash receipts, and serving as backup for cash application
• Communicating Aspera audit installment requests and preparing return premium check requests for approval
• Reconciling differences between Aspera deposited transactions and premium/deductible allocations to support accurate ledger entries
• Maintaining scanned and electronic filing of cash receipts and verifying claims expense and loss payment checks

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Two to five years of accounts receivable experience required
• Two to five years of related insurance experience preferred
• High degree of accuracy and efficiency in data entry
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is a plus

Why You'll Love Working at Kinsale

• Competitive Pay & Bonus Opportunities – Rewarding performance and initiative
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to $3,600 (individual) or $7,000 (family) in HSA contributions per year
• Work-Life Balance – Generous paid time off, including 22 days of PTO and 10 paid company holidays
• Career Growth – Clear promotion paths, mentorship, and ongoing professional development
• Retirement & Security – Up to 6% matching 401(k) contributions on base salary and bonus, standard life insurance, and disability coverage
• Continuous Learning – Annual $3,000 reimbursement for educational training and certifications

Integrity & Responsibility

Kinsale values strong financial responsibility. A credit check will be conducted as part of the selection process for roles that require sound judgment, trustworthiness, or access to sensitive information.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and ready to grow your career in insurance accounting, we’d love to hear from you. Join Kinsale Insurance and become part of a team that rewards initiative, accuracy, and excellence.

Apply today and start building your future with us!