Staff Accountant

Utica First Insurance Company has been serving the insurance needs of families and businesses for over 100 years. We have a dedicated "team" of employees and offer continuing opportunity for personal career growth. Utica First Insurance Company is currently seeking an entry level Staff Accountant for our Oriskany, NY location.

Reports To Accounting Manager Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm (OT as necessary) Requirements

• Creating and posting journal entries
• Reconciling accounts to General Ledger balances
• Maintaining Investment Records
• Maintain daily cash balances
• Create and distribute monthly financial reports
• Maintaining Accounts Payable
• Assist the team leader and other associates with special projects or as a backup

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred
• Statutory Accounting Background preferred
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Crystal Reports
• Ability to learn new programs easily
• Excellent rapport when working with customers
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Exhibit and maintain confidentiality
• Able to work independently or in a team environment Utica First offers:
• Competitive starting salary
• Medical (first of following month)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Company paid LTD
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Roth 401k Plan
• Bonus program
• Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Generous holidays (to include Birthday)
• Business casual environment

Pay Range:

The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be generally within the posted range but could differ dependent on the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experiences, location etc. as determined throughout the selection process. Salary Description $55,000 to $70,000