Alera Group
Northampton, Massachusetts

Accounting Specialist

Hybrid$60,000 - $80,000/yrPosted yesterdayWebsiteLinkedIn

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About this role

Overview:

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Accounting Specialist – Property & Casualty

Location: Remote / Hybrid / On‑site (add details as needed)
 
At Alera Group, our Property & Casualty team helps businesses protect their assets, manage risk, and plan confidently for the future. We’re seeking an Accounting Specialist who will support financial operations, strengthen internal processes, and ensure accuracy across key accounting functions. This role plays an essential part in maintaining high‑quality financial data, supporting premium activity, and driving operational excellence.

About Alera Group

Alera Group is one of the largest and fastest‑growing independent insurance and financial services firms in the United States. We combine national strength with local service through a deeply collaborative approach. Our teams work together to deliver excellence in client service, financial accuracy, and operational performance across lines of business.

Why Alera Group

Make an Impact: Your work strengthens financial reporting accuracy, supports insurance operations, and ensures smooth day‑to‑day accounting processes.
Grow With Us: You will gain hands‑on accounting experience, exposure to insurance operations, and opportunities for professional development.
The Collaborative Way: We believe in accountability, teamwork, and open communication.
National Strength. Local Heart: Strong resources and expertise paired with a people‑first culture.
Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do / Your Impact

Client Partnership & Risk Strategy

• Ensure financial data aligns accurately with Property & Casualty premiums, payments, billing, and policy information
• Support premium collection activities, including recording and reconciling premium payments
• Partner with internal teams to address questions, ensure billing accuracy, and maintain smooth financial workflows

Operational Excellence

• Enter financial data including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoices, journal entries, and expense reports
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and other accounts; identify and resolve discrepancies
• Verify and process vendor invoices, ensuring correct coding and adherence to internal procedures
• Track and monitor departmental expenses to support budget management
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records, documentation, and files
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and assisting with audit inquiries
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements

Strategic Contribution

• Assist in preparing financial reports under the guidance of senior accounting staff
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, or workflow enhancements
• Use accounting software and related tools effectively to support accuracy and efficiency
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to strengthen financial processes and continuous improvement initiatives

 

Qualifications:

What You Bring

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams) and comfort with accounting software
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• High integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information

Preferred

• Prior accounting or finance experience; insurance industry experience is helpful but not required
• Basic analytical skills to identify discrepancies and evaluate financial data
• Familiarity with premium accounting processes
 
Core Competencies
 
• Detail orientation
• Accountability and follow‑through
• Collaborative mindset
• Client‑first thinking
• Analytical ability
• Process‑improvement mindset
• Strong organizational and documentation habits

 

 

Additional Information:

Compensation:
Salary range: $60,000 – $80,000 per year

 

Benefits:
Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.

 

Work Model:
This role is Hybrid
[Add time zone or location preferences if needed]

 

Professional Development – Alera Group Academy

At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through Alera Group Academy, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career.

You’ll have access to:

  • Role-specific learning paths

  • Leadership development programs

  • Technical and compliance training

  • Industry certifications and continuing education support

  • Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities

Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’re invested in helping you grow.

Licensure & Certifications (If Applicable)

This position may require:

  • Active [State Life & Health License / Property & Casualty License / Series 6/7/65/66 / etc.]

  • Ability to obtain required licensure within [X] months of hire

  • Ongoing continuing education to maintain active status

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.

Alera Group is committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand what personal information we may collect and use as part of your application process.

 

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