As one of the largest premium finance companies in the country, FIRST Insurance Funding provides full premium finance services, plus additional services built specifically for agencies. We pride ourselves on the variety of incentive programs, services, and technology we offer. This not only helps grow the agents, brokers, and companies we partner with, but also helps them better serve their clients. FIRST Insurance Funding is a subsidiary of Wintrust, a financial services company with more than $66 billion in assets.

This position is located in the Northbrook, IL office

Why join us?
 

• An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 12 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)

• Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few

• Family-friendly work hours

• With 175+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your career

• Promote from within culture

Why join this team?
 

• We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit

• We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility

What You’ll Do
 

• Promptly and accurately research, review, and process payments from various sources. Research and resolve unidentified transactions in the cash suspense ledger. 

• Process basic payment/account transactions, adjustments, and reconciling items.  Communicate with internal departments regarding daily work issues.

• Prepare and process the daily check deposits using Remote Deposit Capture.  Organize and file daily backup and work processed.

• Handle basic requests from department email box. Promptly and accurately, process requests and/or respond to inquiries from internal and external customers. Take corrective action as necessary to resolve issues.

Qualifications
 

• 1-3 years' experience working with cash handling

• High School degree or equivalent

• Great attention to detail

• Previous Receivables Experience Preferred

• General Computer Skills

• Proficient in 10 Key

Benefits
 

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long-term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

Compensation:
 

The estimated hourly rate for this role is $20.00 to $26.00, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual pay rate may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life.  To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success.  Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.