Job Description Controller / Accounting Technician III

Controller


Accounting Technician III
Kansas City Life Insurance Company, a recognized leader in the insurance industry, is seeking a detail oriented, self-motivated individual to join our Controller department. The ideal candidate would meet the following requirements:
    QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
  • Business associates degree with emphasis in accounting and/or at least 5 years experience in an accounting department, preferably in insurance or a related financial services industry
  • Experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processing
  • LOMA or other insurance industry courses a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Self starter with strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Must have hands-on PC experience, which includes a familiarity with Windows-based applications, specifically Word and Excel; familiarity with working in a mainframe environment and with accounting software; proficient 10-key skills
  • Demonstrated independent decision making capabilities
  • Must be able to manage multiple tasks with varying deadlines
  • Must be well organized and have the ability to set priorities
  • Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality is an essential function of this position.
    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Process daily variable trades, initiating wires, and recording journal entries accordingly.
  • Responsible for the daily and monthly reconciliation of various Company bank accounts with large volumes of incoming and outgoing payments.
  • Continuously follow-up on all reconciling items with business units.
  • Play a key role in the processing of check void requests and communicating with different business units, as needed.
  • Review and resolve positive pay exceptions.
  • Assist auditors with documentation as required.
  • Assist in various duties as determined necessary to support the department.
Kansas City Life Insurance Company
ATTN: Human Resources Department
3520 Broadway
P.O. Box 219139
Kansas City, MO 64121-9139
EOE/MFVH
e-mail:[email protected]

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