Account Specialists at IMA are the backbone of a highly collaborate and dynamic service team.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Supports and demonstrates IMA’s core values.
- Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates.
- Provides support to the Account Manager & Account Executive on large and complex client accounts by preparing coverage comparisons, submissions, premium & rate comparisons, processes audits on expired and/or non-renewed policies and other special requests.
- Interact with clients (written or verbal) regarding special program needs and new assignments.
- Understand and deliver on unique client expectations within book of business.
- Temporarily back up AM as needed. Clients should not feel a gap in service knowledge.
- Ability to problem-solve and suggest proactive solutions to AM and AE.
- Responsible for loss analysis and loss specific tasks related to invoicing, trending, tracking and reconciliation.
- Responsible for assigned special client needs i.e. allocation spreadsheets (monthly, quarterly, annually or as requested) whether specific line of coverage or all lines of coverage based on entities, locations or ownership of property.
- Utilizes the AMS to keep detailed information on accounts (uploading policies, inputting large schedules, driver lists, etc.)
- Controls industry specific reporting (well reporting, builder's risk, etc.)
- Reviews certificate of insurance requests & provides direction to COE related to invoicing allocations, surplus lines, policy processing, master COIs, and client specific instructions for customized Auto ID cards, billings, etc.
- Other general tasks include endorsement processing & billing, reviewing notice of cancellations, analysis of loss data within Experience Mods, deductible analysis and participation in internal review meetings and other meetings as requested.
- Ability to work independently, lead project special assignments.
- Supports as needed in special client projects
Required Experience and Skills may include but are not limited to:
- Applicable experience required with specialty experience preferred
- Attention to detail & ability to work within AMS and maintain data completeness standards
- Achieved general insurance designation. Pursuing other insurance designation - preferred
- Project / time management skills to manage multiple priorities and to keep processes moving from start to finish
- Experience with MS Office products required (specifically PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Limited travel required (less than 10%)
Competencies & Traits
- Strong Insurance knowledge and/or client specialty knowledge
- Financial Acumen
- Agility/Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Communicating
Compensation & Benefits
Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following:
Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.
Why Join IMA?
We’ve built a reputation for putting our associates first
What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It’s this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.
We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team
We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we’re big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.
We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry
• Business Insurance Magazine – Best Places to Work in Insurance
• US Insurance Awards – Community Outreach Project of the Year
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce Citizen Awards – Best Corporate Steward finalist
• Inc. Magazine Best Workplaces
• Inc. 5000 – List of Fastest Growing Companies
• Alaska Journal of Commerce – Best Workplaces in Alaska
• Charlotte Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
• Connecticut Top Workplaces
• Dallas Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Denver Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Denver Business Journal – Fast 50
• Kansas City Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Los Angeles Business Journal – Best Places to Work
• Puget Sound Business Journal – Washington’s Best Workplaces
• Tampa Bay Times – Best Workplaces
• The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Workplaces
• Utah Business – Best Places to Work
• Wichita Business Journal – Best Places to Work
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Skills Required
- Applicable insurance experience
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain complete, accurate account data in an AMS
- General insurance designation
- Pursuit of additional insurance designations
- Project and time management skills for managing multiple priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Strong insurance knowledge and/or client specialty knowledge
- Financial acumen, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability skills
What We Do
IMA Financial Group, Inc. (IMA) is an integrated financial services company dedicated to protecting assets and making a difference. It is comprised of: IMA, Inc. - a retail insurance broker ranked amongst the top 20 brokers in the United States. IMA offers a full range of risk management-related products with offices in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Oregon, Pennsylvania. Texas, Utah and Washington. An Assurex Global and Worldwide Broker Network partner, IMA is part of a network of insurance professionals reaching over 80 countries. IMA Select – a brokerage providing personal insurance services and business insurance solutions for small- to mid-sized organizations. Towerstone, Inc. - a wholesale insurance broker and managing general agency with expertise in a broad spectrum of industries, specializing in energy and construction. IMA Wealth - a broker-dealer registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), Member FINRA, and an insurance agency. Eydent - a managing general agency & managing general underwriter providing commercial property and casualty alternative risk solutions for specialty niche programs. Cornerstone - consultative services firm that designs and manages specialty insurance programs for groups. Social Media Terms of Use: www.imacorp.com/social
