Accounting Specialist

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Oakbrook Terrace, IL, USA
In-Office
60K-70K Annually
Junior
Insurance
The Role
Perform general accounting operations including posting transactions, bank reconciliations, processing wire/ACH and vendor/legal payments, reviewing claim-related expenses, supporting month-end close, resolving payment/reconciliation issues, communicating with clients on outstanding balances, and handling ad hoc treasury and administrative projects.
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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Responsible for performing accounting operations activities, including posting transactions, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with established financial policies and procedures. This role supports the accuracy and timeliness of general ledger entries and financial reporting, often working with moderate supervision to complete recurring and non-standard tasks. This position is domiciled in our Oak Brook, IL location and requires two days in-office. The Accounting Specialist reports to the Assistant Controller.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 

• Monitor and process incoming wire transfers and ACH payments, ensuring timely and accurate receipting and application of funds.
• Review, verify, and process claim-related expenses in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and support vendor and legal payments, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and timely disbursement.
• Prepare and perform monthly bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support accounting close activities as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external parties to resolve payment and reconciliation issues.
• Follow- up with clients by email on outstanding balances while maintaining positive, professional relationships.
• Handle ad hoc accounting, treasury, and administrative projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• A minimum two years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems preferred.
• Understanding of GAAP and basic financial principles.

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS

• No mandatory certifications required.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Proficiency in general ledger accounting and reconciliation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data processing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel and other MS Office applications.

SALARY

• Salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 annually.
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

• There will be a 90-day probationary period for this position.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group: At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well-being – physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional. Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support. Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match. CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more. Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law. CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum two years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
  • Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
  • Understanding of GAAP and basic financial principles.
  • Proficiency in general ledger accounting and reconciliation.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data processing.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication (English required).
  • Intermediate knowledge of Excel and other MS Office applications.
  • Position domiciled in Oak Brook, IL and requires two days in-office.

CRC Insurance Services Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CRC Insurance Services and has not been reviewed or approved by CRC Insurance Services.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is described as generous, with paid holidays, vacation, sick days, and new parent leave offered. PTO and well‑being hours are often highlighted as standouts.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support includes a 401(k) plan with a company match and tax‑advantaged savings accounts. Feedback suggests these elements provide steady long‑term value.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Bonuses, including year‑end awards and incentive pay in some roles, are presented as a meaningful part of total compensation. Feedback suggests production‑linked roles can realize notable bonus upside.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, NC
2,066 Employees
Year Founded: 1982

What We Do

CRC Group is one of the largest wholesale insurance distributors in the U.S. CRC Group consists of three divisions, Commercial Solutions, Group & Individual Solutions, and Specialty Programs. The CRC Group family of brands includes CRC, TAPCO, Insurisk, CRC Programs, 5Star, The ABC Program, Negley, Professional Insurance Concepts, Pro-Praxis, SHU, Target, JH Blades, CRC Voluntary Benefits, Ethos Underwriting Services, and Hanleigh. CRC Group’s insurance offerings and practice groups range from commercial property, casualty, professional lines, small business, transportation, environmental, construction, energy, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing & distribution, public entity, and real estate, to personal lines, disability, voluntary benefits, and more. CRC Group has the largest collection of actionable data in the wholesale business and we are putting it to use to consistently deliver better outcomes and more efficient results for our clients. We leverage data to provide a better client experience through limits benchmarking reports, amendatory endorsements, comparison tools, form review library, and property risk assessment reports. We have unveiled the REDY platform, which uses data and analytics to help clients win. In addition, we offer products exclusively available from CRC Group through our Insurisk brand. Our Claims Advocacy team is another way we strive to enhance the client experience, our dedicated team is ready to assist even after the policy is placed, we are here to help in the event of a difficult claim, as well. These are just some of the ways CRC Group is placing you first.

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