Jr Accountant

ABT Insurance Services is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable Junior Accountant to support daily bookkeeping and accounts receivable and payable, including client policy payment collections and payments to insurance carriers. Responsibilities include recording transactions, tracking outstanding balances, verifying that sales agents complete required payment documentation, reconciling accounts, and preparing agent commission calculations for review. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting basics, strong Excel skills, and excellent organization and follow-through. Insurance agency experience is a plus.

Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Hourly Base Salary + Bonus Opportunities

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Process accounts receivable and payable, including client policy payments, carrier premium payments, and agency expenses.

Monitor outstanding client balances and coordinate payment follow-up with agents and clients.

Review daily sales transactions to confirm payments are recorded and required supporting documentation is complete.

Identify missing payments, incomplete transactions, and discrepancies; follow up with the responsible agent.

Reconcile bank accounts, carrier statements, and commission receipts.

Calculate and reconcile commissions payable to agents, including adjustments and return commissions, for management approval.

Maintain accurate bookkeeping entries and organized financial records.

Assist with month-end closing and prepare routine accounting reports.

Support quarterly bookkeeping reviews and provide records requested by management.

Follow established payment approval procedures and protect confidential financial information.

Associate or bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent bookkeeping or accounting experience considered.

Working knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and basic accounting principles.

Experience recording payments, reconciling accounts, and investigating discrepancies.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and accurate data entry skills.

Ability to follow up on outstanding payments and incomplete transactions.

Clear communication skills and the ability to work with agents, clients, carriers, and management.

Ability to meet deadlines, follow approval procedures, and handle confidential financial information.

Insurance agency accounting experience, including carrier payments and commission reconciliation, is a plus.

Availability to work full-time, in person in Duluth, GA.