Sr. Accountant - AP/Billing (Temporary Position), Chicago

Introduction:
Welcome to Gallagher – a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting services. With a growing team of more than 52,000 professionals worldwide, we empower businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you can build a career whether it’s with our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team. Experience The Gallagher Way, a culture fueled by shared values and a collective passion for excellence. Join one of our dynamic teams, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Gallagher's future and unlocking unparalleled opportunities for both clients and yourself.

 

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our divisional accounting team.  The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing and executing regular accounting processes, supporting month-end close activities, driving process improvements, and participating in various project work related billing and accounts payable. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

 

Please note additional position details below:

This is a 40-hr/week temporary position that is expected to last for 6 - 12 months.  There is an opportunity to be hired as a Gallagher employee depending on performance and business need.  

This is a remote position, although it would be plus to be in the greater Chicago area with the flexibility to come into our Rolling Meadows office for certain events.

How you'll make an impact:
Analyze accounts payable coding to ensure consistency between divisions.

Continuously evaluate and improve accounts payable processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Reconcile carrier statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly.

Collaborate with internal departments to resolve carrier payment-related inquiries or issues.

Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and 1099 reporting.

Assist in implementing and improving accounts payable processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Assisting in the execution of daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and reconciliations.

Preparing and analyzing financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Support month-end (quarter-end, and year-end) close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations and variance analysis to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Working closely with other departments to ensure alignment and support for financial accounting objectives and initiatives.

About you:
Required:

Bachelor's degree (Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration) and 5 years of related experience required.

Requires broad knowledge of accounting practices/principles and preparation of strategic recommendations to management.

Proficiency in Excel.

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Compensation and benefits:
On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

 Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!

Life and accident insurance

401(K) and Roth options

Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)

Educational expense reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

Digital mental health services (Talkspace)

Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)

Training programs

Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing

Charitable matching gift program

And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.