Cash Cycle Specialist
Job Summary:
The Cash Cycle Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the financial
operations of our Commercial Risk division. Responsible for managing cash
application, collections, carrier disbursements, and bank reconciliations,
this position ensures the integrity of accounts receivable data while
collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee the end-to-end cash application process, ensuring timely and
accurate posting of payments received from clients, carriers, and other
partners.
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Manage collections activities for outstanding receivables, proactively
engaging with clients and carriers to resolve payment issues and reduce aged
debt.
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Process carrier disbursements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with
contractual and regulatory requirements.
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Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations, investigating and
resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
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Maintain data integrity within accounts receivable systems, regularly
auditing transactions and collaborating with stakeholders to address and
correct errors.
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Collaborate with the Commercial Risk accounting and finance teams to support
month-end and year-end closing processes.
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Prepare and present accounts receivable reports to management, highlighting
trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
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Partner with business leaders and external partners to resolve complex
accounts receivable issues and enhance cash flow performance.
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Ensure all accounts receivable processes comply with internal controls,
company policies, and relevant regulatory standards.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying
opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance data quality.
Requirements:
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3+ years of
accounts receivable
or related accounting/finance experience.
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Experience in
cash application, collections, and bank reconciliation.
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Strong understanding of accounting principles (U.S. GAAP) and financial
controls (such as SOX).
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Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex accounts receivable
issues.
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Proficiency with accounts receivable systems and Microsoft Excel.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build
effective relationships across teams and with external partners.
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Self-motivated, results-driven, and detail-oriented, with a demonstrated
commitment to data integrity.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience working within the commercial risk insurance industry.
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Familiarity with carrier disbursement processes and insurance accounting
practices.
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Knowledge of ERP and financial management systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or
similar platforms).
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Experience with process improvement and data quality initiatives.
Benefits:
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A competitive total rewards package.
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Continuing education and training opportunities.
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Access to tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
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Supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
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Empowerment through innovative and effective risk management solutions.