Agency Accountant

About the role

The Agency Accountant is responsible for processing monthly payments to various insurance companies, investigating and resolving accounting differences between the insurance company and Hylant, following up on overpayments or other credits due to Hylant, and coordinating internally on past‑due items so they can be remitted to the insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day company payables for assigned entities, including invoice retrieval and reconciliation to client billing.
• Process payments, resolve billing and carrier discrepancies, and review client receivables.
• Conduct monthly review of aged company payables reports and document outstanding items for resolution.
• Act as accounting liaison for office staff assigned to each office.
• Engage in continual process review to improve efficiency and effectiveness of company payables and related duties.
• Perform additional accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and/or 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional relationship development and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to formulate appropriate solutions.
• Flexibility and a keen understanding of business situations to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to cultivate a collaborative, solution‑focused environment.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Preferred: Experience with Applied/EPIC (Agency Management System).
• Preferred: Experience with insurance accounting.

Why Hylant?

Since 1935, Hylant has been a family‑owned insurance brokerage built on relationships, trust, and a people‑first mindset. The culture emphasizes understanding clients, communities, and each other, delivering thoughtful solutions that exceed expectations. At Hylant, employees are treated like family, supported with purpose, and encouraged to make a meaningful impact.