Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantAsh BrokerageFort Wayne, INAbout Ash BrokerageFor more than 50 years, Ash Brokerage has been dedicated to impacting lives. We were founded on the power of relationships, and that still drives our culture today. Our team of 350 is the same service-centered culture as we were in 1971. Ash Brokerage works with financial professionals to help find, understand, and process insurance and retirement solutions to protect clients in every stage of life. As part of the Integrity family, we help people protect their life, health, and wealth for the good days ahead and make the most of what life brings.On the Finance team, we enjoy connecting with all Ash departments to support this industry-leading organization. The Staff Accountant will be key in daily and monthly financial processes supporting the accounting function and serve as a resource and partner to the Finance team.ResponsibilitiesAs Staff Accountant, you will contribute to key financial processes that support the organization's continued growth and operational excellence. Success in this role will include the ability to:Manage key aspects of the receivables process, including preparing and issuing invoices accurately to the appropriate parties, monitoring incoming payments, supporting collection efforts, and completing allowance calculations.Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established deadlines.Maintain accounting operations and provide support for miscellaneous projects and departmental initiatives as needed.Serve as a backup resource for critical accounting processes to ensure continuity and operational support.Act as a change champion by identifying opportunities for process improvement and assisting with the implementation of enhanced workflows.Provide support for financial analysis, company-wide initiatives, the annual budgeting process, and forecasting activities.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting required, along with two or more years of relevant experience; alternatively, three to five years of directly related professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.Working knowledge of accounting principles, U.S. GAAP, and Microsoft Excel is required.Talents and AbilitiesStrong attention to detail and accuracyEffective written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical and critical thinking abilitiesAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentAvailabilityIn-officeAbout IntegrityIntegrity is one of the nation's leading independent distributors of life, health and wealth insurance products. With a strong insurtech focus, we embrace a broad and innovative approach to serving agents and clients alike. Integrity is driven by a singular purpose: to help people protect their life, health and wealth so they can prepare for the good days ahead.Integrity offers you the opportunity to start a career in a family-like environment that is rewarding and cutting edge. Why? Because we put our people first! At Integrity, you can start a new career path at company you'll love, and we'll love you back. We're proud of the work we do and the culture we've built, where we celebrate your hard work and support you daily. Joining us means being part of a hyper-growth company with tons of professional opportunities for you to accelerate your career. Integrity offers our people a competitive compensation package, including benefits that make work more fun and give you and your family peace of mind.Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Integrity is committed to meeting Americans wherever they are — in person, over the phone or online. Integrity's employees support hundreds of thousands of independent agents who serve the needs of millions of clients nationwide. For more information, visit Integrity.com.Integrity, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Integrity, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.