Accounting Associate

134428 At Zurich, your ideas count. We provide growth opportunities, an inclusive environment and strong support – so you can play an active role in shaping the future of insurance. About the Role: At Zurich, we’re committed to supporting our customers and employees with integrity, expertise, and care. As an Accounting Associate, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial processes while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team. This is an opportunity to make an impact by supporting critical business operations and driving financial excellence. This role requires in-office presence of 3x a week out of our Overland Park, Kansas office. Key Responsibilities: Manage F&I VSC (Vehicle Service Contract) business processes, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting Perform reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records and resolve discrepancies Process invoice payments accurately and in a timely manner Partner with internal teams and external agencies to recover outstanding funds Process live checks and complete scanning to ensure timely and accurate deposits Prepare and post accounting entries, including debit/credit journal entries Support day-to-day accounting operations while adhering to established financial controls and policies Provide administrative support to local team and participate in projects, as assigned. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years of experience in a Finance/Accounting role OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years of experience in a Finance/Accounting role AND Knowledge of insurance agreements and loss-sensitive programs Preferred Qualifications: Strong bookkeeping and accounting skills Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong communication skills and sound decision-making ability Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®. Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal. Location(s): AM - Overland Park Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-KH2 #LI-ASSOCIATE Nearest Major Market: Olathe Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City