Associate Accountant

Primary Details
Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

At QBE, our purpose is to give people the confidence to achieve their ambitions inside and outside of work. From development opportunities, to flexible work options and highly competitive reward and benefits packages, we understand the importance of living our values when it comes to our people. Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our company's cultural elements - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference.

This opportunity is accountable for monitoring accounts in assigned area of responsibility by maintaining documentation and appropriate allocation of accounts receivable, performing ledger reconciliation, communicating outstanding items and aligning accounting activities with government regulations and corporate standards.

Primary Responsibilities
• Assist in the delivery of accounting services in designated area of responsibility by following established accounting procedures, preparing journal entries, entering transactions into accounting software, identifying any out-of-balance conditions and collaborating with senior team members• Follow standard cash management procedures and best practices by appropriately allocating incoming cash, monitoring accounting systems as assigned, verifying availability of required cash resources and maintaining accurate documentation• Align individual performance with regulatory and corporate requirements by identifying and communicating outstanding items and understanding impact of regulatory changes to accounting principles to ensure individual compliance with internal and external audit findings• Maintain consistency with month and year end closing processes and procedures by reconciling ledger accounts daily, and documenting all reconciliations in designated area of responsibility• Deliver quality customer service by directing incoming loss checks, issuing adjuster voucher payments, verifying appropriate coding, cutting text and processing paper and electronic payments• Build accounting skills and knowledge by soliciting performance feedback, participating in cross-training and learning additional processes and procedures to contribute to effectiveness of team operations• Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value "can do" people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun

Required Education
• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Required Experience
• 1 year relevant experience

Preferred Competencies/Skills
• Appropriately prioritize assigned tasks• Understand the needs and goals of customers and actively look for ways to meet them; escalate issues when necessary• Use logic to address work-related issues and problems• Follow established guidelines to focus on details and complete tasks attentively and thoroughly• Communicate information in a clear, well-organized, and professional manner• Escalate issues when necessary• High attention to detail• Keep logs, records, and files up-to-date and readily accessible• Adapt and be flexible in a complex, changing environment• Complete tasks by taking decisive or quick action• Accept responsibility for one's decisions and actions• Show drive and initiative• Be a willing, effective, and efficient learner• Demonstrated interest in enhancing knowledge; seeks opportunities to learn and grow

Preferred Education Specifics
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business

Preferred Experience
• 2 years relevant experience

Preferred Licenses/Certifications
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Preferred Knowledge
• Applied working knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data• Applied working knowledge of operational efficiency principals and best practices• Working knowledge of financial operations• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, PeopleSoft and Envision

QBE Cultural DNA

Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our DNA (which interlinks seven cultural elements) - because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. We expect all employees to role model and inspire the right behaviors that link to our cultural elements:
• We are customer-centered• We are technical experts• We are diverse• We are fast-paced• We are courageous• We are accountable• We are a team

All employees are expected to adhere to QBE's Code of Ethics and Conduct and apply sound risk management practices

US Only - Travel Frequency
• NA

US Only - Physical Demands
• General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

US Only - Disclaimer
• To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Job Type
• Individual Contributor

Global Disclaimer
• The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee's normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.