Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description

Accounts Payable Associate | Bridge Specialty Group

The Tone:
This is a full-time role for an Accounts Payable Associate at Bridge Specialty Group, located in Atlanta, GA. Bridge Specialty Group is a prominent wholesale brokerage marketplace dedicated to seamlessly connecting the diverse needs of retail partners with the significant market strength and specialized talents of its wholesale entities. The company’s operations span more than 50 locations and involve over 2,000 team members across the United States and Europe, supporting a substantial $7+ billion premium book through access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers. With over 25 niche-focused brands, Bridge Specialty Group reflects deep experience across various insurance specializations. Built on a meritocratic culture, the company highly values self-starters committed to delivering the best for its customers. In this context, the Accounts Payable Associate role is fundamental to maintaining financial accuracy and operational fluidity by ensuring all payable processes are executed precisely and punctually.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Atlanta, GA
• Team: Reports to the Operations Manager
• Mission: To ensure accurate processing of payables, particularly agent commissions and claims, while providing essential financial support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Tech Stack: MS Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Commission Processing: Manage and process Agent commission checks within established timelines to ensure timely payouts.
• Payment Resolution: Investigate returned payments, endorsements, and overpayments, determining and executing appropriate next steps such as printing invoices, processing checks, issuing checks, and mailing refunds.
• Claim and Cancellation Processing: Execute the weekly processing of ACH/check cancellations and various claim payments.
• Stakeholder Communication: Engage with Agents, Admins, and Dealerships via phone, mail, and email to address inquiries, investigate, and resolve issues including commission discrepancies, credits on account, and outstanding items.
• Record Keeping & Support: Ensure all correspondence and requests are thoroughly documented and attached to their respective files in the appropriate systems, and assist the corporate accounting team with corrections and daily accounting issues.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level professional with foundational knowledge in accounts payable.
• Experience: 1 to 2 years’ experience in a similar accounts payable position.
• Skills: Proficient with MS Office Suite, exceptional telephone demeanor, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.