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Customer Accounting Specialist (Atlanta,… at RLI Insurance… · Atlanta
Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeAtlanta$21.01–$27.96/hr
Job Description
Customer Accounting Specialist (Atlanta, GA; Broadview Heights, OH or Peoria, IL)
Location: Atlanta, GA
About Us
We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us.
RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company.
Position Purpose
Under occasional supervision, the Customer Accounting Specialist assists in handling and resolving matters of billing and collections for the company’s delinquent accounts. Identifies, analyzes and resolves billing and collection issues through internal and external contacts. Produces billing invoices, statements, and delinquent notices.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Facilitate pursuit of delinquent accounts and maintains documentation of collection records.
Coordinate management of shared inboxes, to ensure service level standards are met. Responding to complex billing inquiries escalated by the team.
Establishes contact via phone and email with external customers in pursuit of collection or resolution of aged receivables. Provides responses in writing and/or by telephone within designated call and transaction parameters.
Determines and intiates actions such as cancellations/reinstatements for non-payment of premium, cash movement, balance transfers to collections, etc. to resolve issues and disputes.
Collaborates with internal and external contacts to identify, analyze and resolve billing and collection issues.
Prepares detailed account breakdowns for complex accounts to support customer billing inquiries.
Generates and distributes billing invoices, statements, and delinquent notices.
Prepares monthly reporting on aged receivables and matters of collections to management.
Prepares journal entries to reconcile account balances.
Monitor and manage shared inboxes, responding to routine and complex billing inquiries, escalating as necessary.
Answer incoming phone lines to address customer inquiries regarding payments, billing, and collections.
Assists with special projects and other duties when needed.
Education & Experience
Typically requires a high school diploma, Associates degree in Accounting preferred or similar field
1+ years of related experience
[OR] equivalent level of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies
Ability to research moderately complex to complex billing and collection issues and recommend appropriate actions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate seamlessly with internal teams and external customers throughout the billing and collections lifecycle.
Ability to use Microsoft Office software as well as general ledger and billing and collections applications to identify, analyze, and resolve billing and collection issues.
Ability to handle multiple priorities, manage deadlines, and adapt to shifting workloads under frequent supervision.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, professional phone presence, and effective email communication to foster positive customer interactions and secure timely payments.
Compensation Overview
The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future.
Base Pay Range
$21.01 - $27.96Total Rewards
At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee.
Financial Incentives
Annual bonus plans
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Work & Life
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
Parental and family care leave
Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
Employee assistance program
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Personal & Professional Growth
RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include:
Training & certification opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Education bonuses