What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at South Shore Insurance Underwriters?
Accountant – Onsite 2 offices
📍 SSIU | South Shore Insurance Underwriters (Daphne, AL)
📍 SSIA | South Shore Insurance Agency (Foley, AL)
Make an impact where numbers meet operations.
South Shore Insurance (SSI) is looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Accountant to support financial operations across our organization. This role plays a key part in keeping our accounting processes running smoothly—from receipting and payables to supporting month-end closing and stepping in where needed.
If you enjoy owning your work, staying organized, and contributing to a fast-moving, collaborative team, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the primary Accountant for SSIA, including:
- Receipting and applying incoming funds
- Managing vendor payments
- Assisting with month-end close processes
- Support SSIU Accounts Receivable functions, including:
- Processing Notices of Intent to Cancel (NOICs) and cancellations
- Maintaining accurate accounts receivable records and follow-ups
- Provide backup and support for key accounting functions, including:
- Assisting with team responsibilities during absences
- Supporting vendor payables during high-volume periods (approximately one week per month)
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across financial processes
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (strongly preferred)
- Experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Open to recent graduates
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting systems
- Insurance or MGA experience is a plus but not required
At SSIU, we believe taking care of our people comes first — which is why we offer 100% employer-paid health and dental benefits, generous paid time off, 12 paid holidays each year, flexible work arrangements, and a 401(k) with a 4% company safe harbor match.
SSIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.