Accounting Clerk

OVERVIEW

Accounting Clerk About Alera Group Founded in 2017, Alera Group is one of the nation's leading independent insurance and financial services firms. We combine the strength of a national organization with the personalized service of local experts to help clients succeed across Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, Wealth Services, and Human Capital Solutions.

Why Join Alera Group? Collaborate with purpose – Work alongside colleagues who believe the best results come from strong partnerships, shared expertise, and supporting one another. Build your career – Expand your expertise through meaningful work, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow across a national organization.

Make an impact – Help clients navigate complex challenges while contributing to solutions that make a difference for their businesses, employees, and communities. The Opportunity At Alera Group, our Employee Benefits team helps organizations attract, retain, and support their employees through innovative benefits solutions.

As an Accounting Clerk , you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional client service, building trusted relationships, and helping clients navigate the complexities of employee benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support accounts receivable activities and maintain accurate commission transaction records Process and balance daily commission transactions within Agency. Bloc Review and classify revenue transactions for proper allocation by subsidiary, general ledger account, class, department, and location Modify and import carrier commission statements from Excel files into Agency.

Bloc Investigate and resolve commission discrepancies, missing payments, and transaction errors Generate commission reports using Agency. Bloc and other reporting tools Collaborate with internal departments to establish and maintain accurate commission split arrangements Provide responsive customer service to agents, carriers, and colleagues regarding commission-related inquiries QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications High school diploma required; currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail Ability to handle confidential and time-sensitive information with professionalism Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint Ability to quickly learn new software systems and business applications Preferred Qualifications Previous internship, coursework, or experience related to accounting, finance, or bookkeeping Experience working with financial systems, CRM platforms, or reporting tools Familiarity with Agency.

Bloc, Tipalti, QuickBooks, Concur, or Adobe Acrobat Customer service experience in a professional environment Understanding of accounts receivable processes and basic accounting principles Compensation Hourly Range: $20–$22 hourly Benefits Eligible colleagues enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and disability coverage 401(k) Generous paid time off Professional development opportunities ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Arrangement This position is Hybrid Hybrid: This role follows a hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office and remote work based on business needs and manager expectations.

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#LI-SE1 #LI-Hybrid Location Type Hybrid - 2 or less days in office Support accounts receivable activities and maintain accurate commission transaction records Process and balance daily commission transactions within Agency. Bloc Review and classify revenue transactions for proper allocation by subsidiary, general ledger account, class, department, and location Modify and import carrier commission statements from Excel files into Agency.

Bloc Investigate and resolve commission discrepancies, missing payments, and transaction errors Generate commission reports using Agency. Bloc and other reporting tools Collaborate with internal departments to establish and maintain accurate commission split arrangements Provide responsive customer service to agents, carriers, and colleagues regarding commission-related inquiries Required Qualifications High school diploma required; currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail Ability to handle confidential and time-sensitive information with professionalism Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint Ability to quickly learn new software systems and business applications Preferred Qualifications Previous internship, coursework, or experience related to accounting, finance, or bookkeeping Experience working with financial systems, CRM platforms, or reporting tools Familiarity with Agency.

Bloc, Tipalti, QuickBooks, Concur, or Adobe Acrobat Customer service experience in a professional environment Understanding of accounts receivable processes and basic accounting principles Compensation Hourly Range: $20-$22 hourly Benefits Eligible colleagues enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and disability coverage 401(k) Generous paid time off Professional development opportunities