Accounting Service Specialist; Entry Level

Raphael & Associates is a third-party claims administrator and independent claims adjusting company internationally recognized for exceptional service. We understand the importance of adapting to the demands of a dynamic market and we tailor our services to our client’s specific needs. As a claim’s organization, what we do is complex. Our mission is simple: to provide outstanding service, retain extraordinary professionals, and utilize the best technology in the industry!

As a leading organization in the industry, we offer dynamic and challenging opportunities to individuals who want to make a difference. We value camaraderie, vision, a passion for excellence, creativity, and a “roll-up-your-sleeves, get it done” mentality. We are searching for experienced, energetic, creative, and self-reliant professionals for exciting career opportunities!

This is a unique opportunity for a detail oriented and computer savvy Accounting Service Specialist to assist with the back-office accounting functions at a growing organization. You will be able to work with an exceptional team to keep the organization operating in an efficient and organized manner!

Entry level Accounting Service Specialist responsible for day-to-day management of client escrow accounts, to include:

• Monitoring daily funding levels to ensure sufficient capacity to issue pending/upcoming payments; interact with clients to arrange additional funding when necessary
• Issuing checks and other payments (i.e. wire transfers, ACH)
• Analyze incoming payments to correctly record items
• Reconciling bank accounts to internal systems and loss reports
• Providing detailed client reporting (monthly and ad-hoc)
• Ensuring data integrity related to financial records in core systems
• Responding to client and internal inquiries promptly, professionally and efficiently
• Build effective electronic correspondence that engages an effective partnership
• Review current processes and systems. Recommend upgrades or alternative solutions to improve efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability
• Special projects as assigned
• In addition to the above key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the Company may reasonably require.

• The successful candidate should have a BS/BA degree in accounting, finance or business
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage time and be able to multi task in an ever-changing environment
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with co-workers, management, and internal/external customers
• Excel knowledge (i.e. Pivot Tables, Vlookup)
• Proficiency in creating, maintaining and improving Microsoft Excel worksheets to efficiently handle large amounts of data
• Strong analytical, problem solving and technical skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities and manage time effectively

We are an organization that recognizes and appreciates hard work! We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including salary, bonus, paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance and 401k (with matching!). Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to work directly alongside an extraordinary and dedicated team to grow a critical function within a dynamic, growing company!