United Insurance is hiring an Accounting Associate to join their agency located in Portland, Maine. We are looking for a motivated team player who will join our company, grow with us, and enjoy themselves along the way. Someone who is not afraid to work hard, think outside the box, and help us improve. We’re a strong company with a long history and we are continuing to grow.

In this position, the right candidate will be responsible for Insurance Agency Accounting, which can involve a very broad set of responsibilities. Among them (but not necessarily limited to):

• Provide overall accounting support (A/R, A/P, time billing, P/R, G/L, tax payments, special reports to assist with agency metrics, and month end reports), as assigned.
• Issue checks, transfer funds, prepare and record deposits, reconcile bank accounts and cash books with the General Ledger.
• File, Scan, Journal Entries.
• Print online commission statements and post commissions received.
• Print online Production reports.
• Assist in the budget process as needed, especially for assigned agencies.
• Manage financial statement preparation and month end and quarterly closing.
• Serve as company liaison with auditors as needed.
• Perform all basic accounting procedures, financial statement preparation, month end closing, journal entries and general ledger maintenance, and fixed assets and margin analysis; prepare supporting schedules for financial statements preparation.
• Communicate with carriers, agencies, etc. to address any past due invoices on their account and provide weekly status updates to management.
• Reconciliate as needed (clients billing, carrier reports, commission, and expense variances).
• Provide guidance to agencies on accounting, billing, and expense issues.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business-related field preferred
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Work independently
• Multitask efficiently
• High attention to details, ability to take directions, self-check and follow up on work
• Basic data base experience, 10key by touch, calculator
• Able to enter accurate financial /numerical data
• Analytical and critical problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of MS Office Word and Excel, QuickBooks or other accounting software, and EPIC
• Basic to intermediate computer and typing skills
• Ability to apply discretion, trust with confidential company information

Ideally you will have some Agency experience, but you can learn all of tasks listed above and more in your position with our company, the key will be whether or not you want to. We look for team players who bring some accounting experience and a positive attitude to work with them.

We provide a positive work environment, a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, paid holidays, group health insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, Section 125 plan, 401(k) with match, and more.

To be considered, please forward your resume and cover letter.

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

United Insurance is hiring a Personal Lines Account Manager to join their agency located in Farmington, Maine. To succeed in the Personal Lines Account Manager position, you should be self-motivated, be able to multi-task, thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess computer skills, enjoy working with people and manage detailed work, while maintaining a positive attitude.

While working as a team member in the Personal Lines Division, the Account Manager is responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service to retain established accounts and to help acquire new accounts.

We provide a positive work environment, a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, paid holidays, group health insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, Section 125 plan, 401(k) with match and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintaining a professional connection among clients, the agency and company underwriter.
• Manage several projects simultaneously.
• Review and process mail using personnel and procedures in place for support.
• Respond to daily telephone calls and requests for ID cards, Binders, Broker of Record request, Cancellations, and Reinstatements, for example.
• Request policy amendments.
• New business and policy renewal marketing. Includes preparation of applications, rating, forwarding to designated companies, soliciting quotations, and then communicating information to the Client.
• Preparation of new business or renewal proposals and summaries as needed.
• Check monthly renewal list which includes review of renewal policies, making any changes on coverages as appropriate. Also includes follow up to the Insurance Carrier for any policies not received by renewal date.

Job Qualifications:

We are looking for a person who will fit with our culture, comes to work with a positive attitude and understands the importance of quality customer service.

An active Maine Property & Casualty license and preferably 2 years’ experience is recommended, although consideration will be given to an unlicensed candidate. If unlicensed, it will be necessary to obtain a P&C license within 90 days of employment. When applying please include your resume and cover letter.’
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Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

License/Certification:

• Insurance Producer License (Preferred)
• Life Insurance License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

United Insurance is seeking a candidate who enjoys the entire claims process. If you have experience with claims management, and enjoy working with energetic insurance professionals then you meet our team. The claims advocate role has a variety of responsibilities, and allows for a hybrid schedule. The primary responsibility of the Claims Advocate is to advocate on behalf of United Insurance clients, however other duties include interaction with carrier claim adjusters, internal team members, and occasionally attorneys. This position is an integral part of the Risk Services Team which continues to grow with the agency’s rapid growth.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Report claim(s) to the insurance company/companies by phone, e-mail, or fax.
• Prepare claim analysis for individual, non-standard claim events to Clients and CE Teams.
• Engage in Client strategy, stewardship, pre-renewal and renewal meetings and conference calls as requested by the CE Teams.
• Participate in Client Executive Team meetings as requested.
• Facilitate communication and direct activity between the carrier, client, employee, claimant, etc., to final resolution.
• Design settlement strategies including any potential for third party recovery.
• Review claim determinations received from adjusters for compliance with policy conditions and handle coverage disputes.
• For those claims you are directly involved as an advocate for the client you will request the status of claims 30 days after submission and monitor regularly after that.
• Continue updating the status of a loss, making updates in the agency’s management system (Epic), as long as necessary until the claim is closed.
• Negotiate with Carrier Adjusters in closing/reducing claims for Property, Liability, and, prior to unit Stat date, for Workers Compensation.
• Ensure that loss runs and Mod Master (for WC) are requested in a timeframe allowing for financial impact to claim experience prior to unit Stat or renewal calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• BA/BS or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of insurance experience required.
• Insurance designation such as CPCU, AIC, CIC, and/or ARM – preferred.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to others to explain complex issues, receives and interprets complex information, and responds in an appropriate, professional manner.
• Adept at utilizing carrier online claims systems and interpreting applicable claim data.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in co-ordination with other members of team.
• Ability to set priorities and manage workflow to ensure efficient, timely and accurate processing of transactions and other responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of property and casualty insurance coverages and usage.
• Working knowledge of claims adjustment process inside insurance companies.
• High level knowledge of computer and word processing programs such as Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook), and agency management systems.
• Property and Casualty Agents license – preferred.
• Positive, friendly, and professional attitude.

We are looking for a person who will fit with our culture, comes to work with a positive attitude and understands the importance of quality customer service.

When applying please include your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, ME 04101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, ME 04101

• Health insurance

United Insurance is hiring a Personal Lines Account Manager to join their agency located in Fort Kent, Maine. To succeed in the Personal Lines Account Manager position, you should be self-motivated, be able to multi-task, thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess computer skills, enjoy working with people and manage detailed work, while maintaining a positive attitude.

While working as a team member in the Personal Lines Division, the Account Manager is responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service to retain established accounts and to help acquire new accounts.

We provide a positive work environment, a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, paid holidays, group health insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, Section 125 plan, 401(k) with match and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintaining a professional connection among clients, the agency and company underwriter.
• Manage several projects simultaneously.
• Review and process mail using personnel and procedures in place for support.
• Respond to daily telephone calls and requests for ID cards, Binders, Broker of Record request, Cancellations, and Reinstatements, for example.
• Request policy amendments.
• New business and policy renewal marketing. Includes preparation of applications, rating, forwarding to designated companies, soliciting quotations, and then communicating information to the Client.
• Preparation of new business or renewal proposals and summaries as needed.
• Check monthly renewal list which includes review of renewal policies, making any changes on coverages as appropriate. Also includes follow up to the Insurance Carrier for any policies not received by renewal date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

We are looking for a person who will fit with our culture, comes to work with a positive attitude and understands the importance of quality customer service.

An active Maine Property & Casualty license and preferably 2 years’ experience is recommended, although consideration will be given to an unlicensed candidate. If unlicensed, it will be necessary to obtain a P&C license within 90 days of employment. When applying please include your resume and cover letter.’
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Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

License/Certification:

• Insurance P&C License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Join our growing team! United Insurance is seeking a strategic, energetic, experienced, and hands-on Director of Marketing & Community Engagement to join our Portland, Maine office. The ideal candidate is someone who is not afraid to work hard, think outside the box, help us improve, and enjoy themselves along the way. We’re a strong company with a long history and we are continuing to grow.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Marketing:

• Develop an annual marketing budget for United Insurance working with vendors, agency mangers, and leadership.
• Create, manage, and monitor social media (Facebook, LinkedIn), advertising, events, email, as needed.
• Develop a marketing plan that reflects United’s goals and creates a strategy that supports our diversity.
• Collaborate with individual offices on ad creation and promotional needs.
• Organizes Trade shows annually from application process, staffing, promo items, insurance, FB posts, etc.
• Blitz Campaigns – work through entire process – data base research, design campaign (postcards, boxes, etc.), execute the timing of the campaign, follow-up with sales team.
• Collaborate on annual top client holiday gift and card.
• Order paper products, presentation folders, brochures, ID card holders for all offices, business cards, guide brochures, as needed.
• Order promotional items for company events as needed.
• Update renewals of URLs, IBEC hosting, and marketing memberships.
• Attend Manager meetings and provide updates.
• Manage Gas Card Program
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Community Engagement (Internal/External):

• Plans, develops, implements, and organizes the companywide employee recognition campaign.
• Plans, develops, implements, and organizes special events (internal- holiday gatherings, summer outings, retirement parties, etc./external – agency events, fundraisers, etc.), philanthropic and community outreach, and volunteers to advance the mission and goals of the company.
• Promotes company and employee community engagement/volunteering efforts.
• Create social media, SharePoint, and Yammer post as needed.
• Communicate community and employee relations that promote the company, (newsletter, new hire bios, birthdays, company news, etc…)
• Responds to inquiries from community members and other interested parties as needed.
• Develops, implements, and maintains the United Insurance online store.
• Coordinates innovative community education, informational materials, and outreach initiatives to engage and educate employees/community members.
• Develops and implements the Employee Wellness Program; works directly with Wellness leaders.
• Schedules meetings for: Sales Leaders, Stockholders, Board of Directors, and Plane requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• Creative, customer-focused, and results driven.
• Self-motivated, proactive, organized, and adaptable.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in co-ordination with other members of team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Yammer, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; organizational skills.
• Positive, friendly, and professional attitude.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel as needed.

We are looking for a person who will fit with our culture, comes to work with a positive attitude and understands the importance of quality customer service.

When applying please include your resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland, ME 04101: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, ME 04101