Accounting Specialist

As an Accounting Specialist at HUB International, your key responsibilities include reconciling and processing collections, billing, and premium payments. You will also provide support to the service team by resolving payment inquiries and handling all collections both active and historical. Additionally, evaluating finance agreements, assisting in the creation of account numbers, and supporting various teams with projects are also part of your daily tasks.

To apply for the Accounting Specialist position at HUB International, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting along with 1-2 years of accounting experience or relevant internship experience. Proficiency in general ledger systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, is essential, and having strong attention to detail is crucial for managing multiple priorities.

At HUB International, as an Accounting Specialist, you're encouraged to contribute to process improvement initiatives. By identifying areas for efficiency and suggesting innovative ideas, you will play a vital role in enhancing office operations. Your initiative and creativity are highly valued in our collaborative environment.

In the role of an Accounting Specialist at HUB International, you will assist in preparing various financial reports that are distributed to our business partners. These reports include reconciliations of billing and payment transactions, collections data, and any necessary documentation for periodic audits, ensuring complete accuracy and transparency.

The work culture for an Accounting Specialist at HUB International is collaborative and supportive. We value teamwork, knowledge sharing, and maintaining a positive outlook among colleagues. You'll have opportunities for continuous learning through training programs and will be part of a family that strives for excellence and innovation in financial management.

To answer this question effectively, share specific examples of how you've maintained accurate financial records in previous roles. Highlight your familiarity with general ledger systems, mention any software you’ve used, and focus on your attention to detail that ensures information integrity.

An effective approach is to articulate a structured method for prioritization. Discuss how you assess urgency and importance, utilize tools like to-do lists or project management software, and how you communicate with team members to ensure that all deadlines are met.

Explain your problem-solving process, ensuring you emphasize communication with involved parties, careful review of transaction histories, and the vital importance of accuracy in reporting. Provide examples of past discrepancies you've resolved to illustrate your approach.

Discuss your eagerness to bring forward ideas for efficiency and your experience with process improvement initiatives. Cite examples from previous jobs where you identified problems and implemented changes that enhanced productivity or reduced errors in financial workflows.

Address your understanding of confidentiality and data protection laws. Provide examples of how you ensure sensitive financial information is handled responsibly, illustrating your commitment to the integrity of the financial data you manage.

Talk about specific data entry tasks you’ve performed, any software tools you’re familiar with, and how your data analysis skills have benefited previous employers. Highlight accuracy and efficiency in your past roles.

Describe instances where you took the initiative to help team members or collaborated on projects. Provide examples of how you foster teamwork and share knowledge within the team, building a culture of support and success.

Identify a specific area that you’ve found challenging and discuss the steps you’ve taken to overcome it, including seeking training or mentorship. This showcases your willingness to grow and improve your skill set.

Choose a project that had a tangible outcome and walk through your role, the tasks involved, the team dynamics, and how you completed it on time and within budget. Highlight the skills that contributed to a successful result.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning through various channels, such as professional development courses, industry newsletters, and networking with peers. Mention specific resources you rely on to keep your knowledge current.