Distinguished is a leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Hospitality, Fine Art/Collectibles, Executive Lines, Environmental, Surety and Restaurants. Distinguished partners with a select group of highly rated insurance companies to provide exclusive programs to our national network of 4,000 agencies and brokerages. You will have an opportunity to work with an energetic, passionate team that is committed to growth by helping our customers trading partners grow their businesses and building a best-in class system, as well as a great place to work.

We are excited to welcome an Accounting Specialist to join our team in New York City. We’re seeking a dynamic and driven individual looking to start, develop and grow their accounting knowledge. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for daily administrative accounting tasks related to accounts receivable and payableApply ACH payments, write offs, reversals, returns, and discrepanciesRun daily reports, update cash logs, and input invoices via WorkdayHandle service inquiries with a sense of urgency and professionalism through to resolution via Salesforce, email and phoneBank reconciliations and review commission statementsDeliver an exceptional customer service experience with internal/external stakeholdersAd hoc projects when necessaryAny other duties assigned by management

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in accountingWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, strong Excel skills is bonus pointsAdaptability/flexibility to use multiple computer operating systemsStrong verbal and written communication skills including phone skillsInterpersonal skills both in working in team environment and working with customersNatural curiosity and desire for problem identification and resolutionSense of urgency in issue resolution and attention to detail

LOCATION

NYC, hybrid schedule - Tuesday/Thursday in office
COMPENSATION AND PERKS$40,000 - $50,000 base salary plus bonus. Salary commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic locationSummer Fridays (Leave at 2:00PM all Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day)Great healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental401k with 4% company match. Immediately 100% vestedLife, disability and supplemental insuranceGrowth and development opportunitiesWellness Benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Peloton App Digital Membership for 1 year (or if you have Peloton equipment, receive a 4-month waiver)Work/Life Balance with generous time off policy including PTO and paid holidays, Dependent Daycare flexible spending account, paid parental (primary or secondary caregiver) leave, a commuter account, and a sabbatical every 7 years

CORE VALUES
Our Core Values define our business. At Distinguished Programs you will achieve goals focused on the best interest of our customer. INTEGRITY plays a crucial role in the way Distinguished does business. INNOVATION enables us to remain an industry trendsetter. You will be involved in projects that advance our products, processes, and people! You will collaborate with leaders in the organization and build RELATIONSHIPS with your colleagues, carriers and customers. Capitalize on your interests and strengths to drive an enrichment focused path allowing your determination to launch your career in an industry of endless opportunities. Bring your passion to the work you do, the people you impact and the success we ACHIEVE together. Acceptance and appreciation for diversity and inclusion are at our core.

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Distinguished Programs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.