Accounts Receivable Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Brown & Brown is seeking an Accounting Associate to join our growing team in St. Petersburg, FL.

The Accounting Associate is responsible for efficiently managing and processing the company's invoices and payments. This includes verifying, coding, and recording expenses, ensuring accuracy in all transactions, and adhering to established financial policies. The role also involves maintaining vendor relationships, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely payments to avoid disruptions in operations.

How You Will Contribute:

• Responsible for Account Current and/or Item Basis reports and reconciliation.
• Responsible for Account Current and/or Item Basis Carrier payables.
• Assists with premium corrections and day-to-day accounting issues with underwriting teams.
• Corresponds with carriers regarding balances & works with Carriers and/or underwriting teams to resolve issues and reconcile discrepancies.
• Corresponds with carriers to ensure return premium funds are collected timely and recorded appropriately.
• Responsible for reviewing and resolving outstanding checks aged 90 days or greater.
• Cross-trained in accounting functions to help fill-in covering vacations or any other absences.

Skills & Experience to Be Successful:

• Minimum education or prior job experience High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient with MS Office
• Exceptional telephone demeanor
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself".