Regional Accounting Lead

Overview

Alera Group is looking for an Employee Benefits Insurance Sales Representative. We are seeking highly motivated colleagues who bring experience and enthusiasm to our team—joining us may be the perfect fit for you! Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 15th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, Retirement Plan Services, and Wealth Services.

With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.

• Direct Bill Commission Management: Oversee the processing and reconciliation of direct bill commissions; ensure timely and accurate recording.

• Accounts Receivable Oversight: Review and monitor the company’s accounts receivable process; ensure proper invoicing, collections, and aging analysis.

• Carrier Payables Management: Manage carrier payable processes including reconciliation, payment scheduling, and dispute resolution.

• Producer/Broker Commission Reconciliation: Ensure accurate calculation and timely payment of producer and broker commissions.

• Vendor Payables: Oversee vendor payment processes, including invoice verification, approval workflows, and payment execution.

• Banking & Cash Management: Manage banking relationships; monitor cash flow; perform bank reconciliations.

• Process Improvement & Best Practices: Identify and implement industry best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across accounting functions.

• System Utilization: Leverage agency management systems such as Applied Epic, AMS
  360, Benefit Point, and Brokerage Builder to streamline operations and reporting.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience in the insurance brokerage industry.

• Strong understanding of brokerage operations and commission structures.

• Proficiency in Applied Epic, AMS
  360, Benefit Point, and Brokerage Builder.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

This job is fully remote. Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits to our colleagues, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401(k), generous paid time off and much more.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. Alera Group is committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand what personal information we may collect and use as part of your application process.