[Remote] Regional Accounts Receivable Accountant (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Patriot Growth Insurance Services is a national insurance services firm focused on growth and operational excellence. They are seeking a detail-oriented Regional Accounts Receivable Accountant to manage carrier payment activities, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation while maintaining compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities • Accurately record and process incoming cash receipts from insurance carriers • Apply carrier payments to the appropriate policies, invoices, and accounts within the agency management system • Ensure all cash receipts are properly classified, documented, and maintained for audit and reporting purposes • Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to carrier payment applications and account balances • Reconcile daily, weekly, and monthly cash receipts against bank statements, carrier remittance reports, and internal financial records • Identify and resolve variances between agency records and carrier payments in a timely and accurate manner • Generate cash receipt, reconciliation, and cash flow reports to support financial reporting and operational decision-making • Assist with month-end and year-end close activities by ensuring all cash transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled • Partner with insurance carriers to obtain remittance details and ensure proper payment allocation • Prepare and distribute reports related to outstanding payments, unapplied cash, and reconciliation activity • Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards • Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and responding to inquiries related to carrier payment activity • Monitor compliance with internal controls, accounting procedures, and industry regulations • Identify opportunities to improve cash application, reconciliation, and reporting processes to enhance efficiency and reduce errors • Collaborate with agency accounting teams and internal stakeholders to resolve payment issues and support operational objectives Skills • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills with exceptional attention to detail • Ability to work effectively with high volumes of financial data while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive financial information with professionalism and integrity • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment • 1-3 years of accounting, accounts receivable, cash application, or related financial experience preferred • Experience working within a Property & Casualty insurance brokerage environment preferred • Experience with agency management systems such as Applied Epic or HawkSoft preferred • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred Benefits • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) and Commuter Transit Programs • Company paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Group Term Life • Company paid Employee Assistance Program • Paid Parental Leave • Paid holidays • Personalized PTO • 401(k) with employer match Company Overview • Patriot is a national agency specializing in Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty and Personal insurance solutions. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Washington, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://patriotgis.com/. Apply To This Job