Job Description Our Insurance client in Downers Grove is looking for an Accountant/Accounting Specialist to help fill a gap in daily accounting activities. This individual will be working on day-to-day banking activities such as positive pay with the bank, following up on checks, and general maintenance on the system. This company utilizes a policy administration system (proprietary database) where all their business and policy information are maintained. The team is responsible for maintaining policy holder information, payments, cutting checks for claims and premium refunds, and maintaining banking information for the agents. This individuals responsibilities will vary day to day as they will be assisting with general accounting responsibilities. General responsibilities of this team include:  Coordinating month-end closing activities, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate ledger records.  Preparing documentation for external auditors, assisting with audit preparations, and ensuring compliance with financial controls.  Managing account and banking reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.  Posting journal entries, adjusting entries, and maintaining accurate records of financial transactions. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .     To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ . Skills and Requirements At least 1 year of experience in an accounting or business operations related role  Understanding of financials and day-to-day financial operations  Strong work ethic and sharp  Intermediate Excel skills  Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business related role OR work experience equivalent  Comfortable coming into the office 2-3 days/week Bilingual in Spanish  Insurance industry experience  Experience with Workday  Experience with Blackline null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.