Job Description
VOTED AS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN OC AND ONE OF THE FASTEST-GROWING TECH COMPANIES!
SmartFinancial is a leading insurance technology company working on building tools to make the insurance shopping process better, simpler and more effective. We are looking for an experienced ACCOUNTING MANAGER/BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR to manage all general accounting and financial processes of our rapidly growing company. You’ll be responsible for all daily accounting tasks, including management of AP/AR processes, benefits and semi monthly payroll. You will work with an outside accounting firm to close monthly books and prepare monthly financial statements. You will negotiate company health insurance benefits and oversee plan enrollment and administration. You will ensure payroll is tracked properly and will process employee pay. In addition, you will carry out relevant administrative duties (e.g. responding to clients via email and handling invoices).
Ultimately, you will ensure the company’s finances, payroll and benefits run smoothly.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handle all AP/AR processing
Prepare and examine accounting records
Negotiate annual health insurance coverage and oversee enrollment and administration
Assist with month-end and year-end closures
Process semi-monthly payroll for all employees
Work with managers to ensure that employee timekeeping is being accounted for properly
Process monthly customer invoices, ensure prompt payment by customers
Process vendor invoices to ensure timely error free payments. Oversee approval process
Create new processes to improve financial efficiency
QUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years of experience in accounting (preferred)
Previous experience in accounting and benefits administration
Fundamental knowledge of GAAP
Experience with Quickbooks
Knowledge of bill.com or another online payment processing system
Experience with Paychex and/or other HR/Payroll software
Detail and deadline-oriented
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Degree in Accounting; MS/MBA is a plus
Ability to work with all levels of management
This position is remote during COVID-19, with onsite training and plans to be based in our Costa Mesa office in the future
Company Description
SmartFinancial.com is a leading technology-enabled insurance marketplace with a focus on helping insurance shoppers find savings while providing exceptional service and coverage for their needs. Founded by a team of insurance and technology experts, SmartFinancial.com focuses on delivering measurable results and exceptional service. With offices in Costa Mesa, CA, Columbus, OH, and Cleveland OH, we are one of the fastest-growing digital insurance comparison engines in the US. We are hiring top talent and building a world-class technology and client services team with ambitious goals of streamlining insurance. We offer a fun, engaging work environment. Solve challenging problems and have the opportunity to grow within the company. We were honored as one of the fastest-growing technology companies by Deloitte's Fast500 two years in a row. Voted as one of the best places to work for in OC and Central Ohio. Come join our fast-growing company!