Statutory Staff Accountant

At First Chicago Insurance Company, our employees are our biggest asset! It is our mission to attract and retain intelligent, motivated, ethical employees who strive for excellence and growth, and to keep those employees happy and engaged. We provide the tools and the support our employees need to grow both professionally and personally. We encourage self-improvement and celebrate success by rewarding ideas and results. We realize the strength of teamwork and its ability to join individuals together and push and pull each other, with a synergy that can only be found in groups of good people sharing ideasJoin in on the excitement and become part of our thriving organization! We are seeking a Statutory Staff Accountantfor our growing insurance company located just one mile south of Midway AirportDuties & Responsibilities:Primary back-up for Accounts PayableReview daily cash transactions and positive payReport to Management daily cash and money market balancesRun month-end reports from multiple systemsPrepare and complete month-end reports for month-end journal entriescomplete the assumed reinsurance month-end journal entriesMaintain 1099s and complete the annual filing for three companiesMaintain unclaimed property and complete annual filings for three companiesPrepare and complete Statutory filings as requiredAssist in filing annual statement and quarterly statementsInter-company expense entries and reporting for one companyJournalize credit card processing statementAssist with other projects as neededSKILLS & EXPERIENCE:Minimum two years accounting experienceStrong organizational and communication skillsStrong time management skillsProficiency with Excel, Word, Accounting Systems (Sage 100)Online state filing experience preferredQUALIFICATIONSBachelors Degree in Accounting already obtainedInsurance industry experience preferredOn-Site PositionEstimated Salary Range: $18/hr. - $39/hr.**Published ranges are estimates. Offered compensation will be based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. In addition, starting salary may vary by position depending on whether the position is in-office, hybrid or remote.