Superior Insurance Partners is a rapidly growing insurance brokerage platform, focused primarily on providing commercial lines, personal lines, and employee benefit solutions to companies and individuals. Superior acquires and partners with leading independent insurance agencies primarily in the Midwest and Eastern US. The company's mission is to improve the lives of its agency partners. Superior does this by creating a highly tailored plan for each of its agency partners to help them achieve their goals, and providing customized resources including accounting/finance, recruiting, HR, AMS/IT, marketing, and M&A support. Agency partners are aligned through long-term economic incentives while leveraging the benefits of best practices, scale, and resources across Superior's shared platform.
Superior is backed by Tyree & D'Angelo Partners ("TDP"), a leading Chicago-based private equity firm that makes control ownership investments in, and partners with, lower middle market businesses with the goal of creating meaningful value for all involved. TDP is currently investing out of its third fund and has managed and created over $3 billion of capital and company enterprise value. TDP has significant experience investing in service businesses and has completed over 1000 investment partnerships in its history.
About Us
Superior Insurance Partners is a trusted insurance brokerage committed to delivering client-centric solutions and expert risk management services. We work with a wide range of carriers to provide tailored coverage for individuals and businesses. As we grow, we are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Accounting Team and ensure our financial obligations are managed with precision and professionalism.
Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization by ensuring that all vendor invoices and operational bills are processed accurately and paid on time. This position is ideal for a proactive, dependable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience working in the insurance industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and schedule payments to ensure timely disbursement of funds in accordance with vendor terms and company policy.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve any discrepancies or issues with vendors.
- Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and ensure 1099 compliance.
- Communicate with internal departments to ensure accuracy of billing and proper allocation of expenses.
- Develop and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the AP function.
- Provide audit support and documentation as needed.
- 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in an insurance, finance, or professional services environment.
- Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Applied Epic, AMS 360, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or equivalent) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with basic accounting principles and internal controls.
- Experience in the insurance or brokerage industry is a plus.
- Experience with Agency Management Systems (AMS360 and Applied Epic) is a plus.
- Knowledge of expense management tools and paperless AP processes.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and deadlines.
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Collaborative and supportive team environment