Account Specialist

Account Specialist

Account Specialists at IMA are the backbone of a highly collaborate and dynamic service team.

Responsibilities May Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Supports and demonstrates IMA's core values.
• Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates.
• Provides support to the Account Manager & Account Executive on large and complex client accounts by preparing coverage comparisons, submissions, premium & rate comparisons, processes audits on expired and/or non-renewed policies and other special requests.
• Interact with clients (written or verbal) regarding special program needs and new assignments.
• Understand and deliver on unique client expectations within book of business.
• Temporarily back up AM as needed. Clients should not feel a gap in service knowledge.
• Ability to problem-solve and suggest proactive solutions to AM and AE.
• Responsible for loss analysis and loss specific tasks related to invoicing, trending, tracking and reconciliation.
• Responsible for assigned special client needs i.e. allocation spreadsheets (monthly, quarterly, annually or as requested) whether specific line of coverage or all lines of coverage based on entities, locations or ownership of property.
• Utilizes the AMS to keep detailed information on accounts (uploading policies, inputting large schedules, driver lists, etc.)
• Controls industry specific reporting (well reporting, builder's risk, etc.)
• Reviews certificate of insurance requests & provides direction to COE related to invoicing allocations, surplus lines, policy processing, master COIs, and client specific instructions for customized Auto ID cards, billings, etc.
• Other general tasks include endorsement processing & billing, reviewing notice of cancellations, analysis of loss data within Experience Mods, deductible analysis and participation in internal review meetings and other meetings as requested.
• Ability to work independently, lead project special assignments.
• Supports as needed in special client projects

Required Experience and Skills May Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Applicable experience required with specialty experience preferred
• Attention to detail & ability to work within AMS and maintain data completeness standards
• Achieved general insurance designation. Pursuing other insurance designation - preferred
• Project / time management skills to manage multiple priorities and to keep processes moving from start to finish
• Experience with MS Office products required (specifically PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Limited travel required (less than 10%)

Competencies & Traits

• Strong Insurance knowledge and/or client specialty knowledge
• Financial Acumen
• Agility/Flexibility
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving
• Communicating

The anticipated posting timeline for this opportunity is 8/05/2026-9/05/2026.

Salary Range $50,000—$60,000 USD

If this role is hired in Los Angeles County, CA the following applies:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Prior Criminal history will only be considered after a conditional job offer is made and accepted. Applicants will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding any convictions, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Salary Range $50,000—$60,000 USD

Compensation & Benefits

Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following: Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate's geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.

Why Join IMA?

We've built a reputation for putting our associates first

What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It's this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.

We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team

We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we're big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.

We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry

• 2020-2023 Business Insurance Magazine Best Places to Work in Insurance
• 2023 Inc. Magazine's Best Workplaces
• 2023 Denver Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2022-2023 Connecticut Top Work Places
• 2021-2023 Inc. 5000's List of Fastest Growing Companies
• 2019-2022 Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
• 2022-2023 Kansas City Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021-2023 Charlotte Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021-2023 Los Angeles Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021-2023 The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Work Places
• 2021-2022 Puget Sound Business Journal's Washington's Best Workplaces
• 2021-2022 Wichita Business Journal's Best Places to Work, #1 in extra-large category
• 2021 Dallas Business Journal's Best Places to Work
• 2021 Alaska Journal of Commerce's Best Workplaces in Alaska

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.

The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.