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Westfield Services Inc. is a specialty insurance agency and services firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. We are wholly owned by Westfield Group in Westfield Center, Ohio, although we operate independently of our parent company.

You will be challenged. Rewarded. And valued for your unique experience, background and perspective.

Join a team where hard work pays off and original thinking is celebrated. As you build your future at Westfield, you will quickly learn that protecting our customers future is at the heart of what we do. We deliver on our promise to help restore lives and rebuild businesses when the unexpected happens. Building relationships has been a part of our culture since 1848.

Be a part of a team that recognizes and appreciates those who take initiative, seek opportunity and strive for innovation in a changing world.

PART TIME Staff Accountant SBS Job Summary - LOCATED IN COLUMBUS, OH

Hourly Rate: $25/hour

The Staff Accountant Specialty Brokerage Services (SBS) prepares financial statements and handles all cash inflows and outflows for the division. Responsible for filing and remitting payment to all states for surplus lines taxes. Performs reconciliations and assumes accountability for asset and liability account balances for ledgers. Manages and oversees check capturing and deposit activities

Essential Functions (primary functions and/or reasons the job exists in order of importance)

1. Prepares financial statements and handles all cash inflows and outflows for the division.
2. Responsible for payments to: State Insurance Departments, Companies, and agents on a daily basis.
3. Completes surplus lines filings monthly, quarterly, annually, and/or as an account is bound depending on each states department of insurance requirements.
4. Performs reconciliations and assumes accountability for asset and liability account balances for ledgers.
5. Ensures that our aged receivables are current at all times which include working with agents to mandate timely payment on accounts trigger collection procedure when necessary.
6. Manages and oversees check capturing and deposit activities.

Desired Qualifications/Experience/Certification/Education (in order of importance)

1. 3 or more years experience in accounting, finance, or related field.
2. Minimum of one year reading and preparing financial statements.
3. Experience and skill with standard office automation, accounting software packages, and MS Office products, especially Excel.
4. Financial/analytical acumen and attention to detail.
5. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills resulting in the ability to effectively interact with all levels of management, employee population, and agencies (e.g., agents staff).
6. Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or commensurate work experience.
7. Valid drivers license and a driving record that conforms to company standards.

Physical Requirements (specific to the role)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work effectively in an office environment for 40+ hours per week (including sitting, standing and working on a computer for extended periods of time).
• Ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative work environment utilizing various technologies such as: telephone, computer, web, voice, teleconferencing, e-mail, etc.
• Ability to operate various types of automated information processing equipment (copiers, etc.).
• Ability to travel as required.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

Westfield offers a Total Rewards program that focuses on compensation, benefits, and wellness and includes perks like 401(k), pension plan, annual incentive, education reimbursement, flex-time, onsite fitness center and casual dress. Work-life balance, recognition, and learning and career development are all part of a rewarding career with Westfield.

To learn more about Westfield Services and the opportunities available, please visit us at westfieldservices.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer/minority/female/disability/protected veteran.

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