Allstate
Accounting Specialist Apprentice
Key aspects of the role:
- Drive sales growth by engaging with interested prospective customers- all while working remote
- No cold calling— Connect through inbound calls and proactive outbound calls with active insurance shoppers
- Enjoy competitive compensation with a base salary + uncapped commissions
- Sell reputable products from Allstate and our family of brands
Role overview
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
This position is only open to candidates currently pursuing an Associate’s degree from a community college or trade school. Candidates currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher will not be considered for this role.
Early Career Apprentice Program
Want to work in your field and train on the job? Join our 12–24 month Early Career Apprentice Program! Apprentices earn and learn on the job while attending school, receive structured career guidance and mentorship, and gain hands-on experience. Allstate also provides tuition assistance and practical training in customer service and business operations, supporting long-term career growth.
Accounting Specialist Apprentice
Position Overview
The Accounting Specialist Apprentice – Bookkeeper/Reconciliations Apprenticeship is designed to provide hands-on accounting experience while developing foundational to intermediate skills in bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and payment processing. Apprentices will support transaction processing across multiple areas within Allstate, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely financial operations while participating in structured learning, coaching, and development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance and increasing levels of independence, the apprentice will:
-
Process and review financial transactions from multiple areas within Allstate to ensure accurate and compliant accounting treatment
-
Learn and apply compliance requirements related to accounting and payment processes
-
Perform account reconciliations by balancing general ledger and subsidiary accounts and researching outstanding items
-
Assist with researching discrepancies and communicating with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues
-
Support invoice and payment processing, including researching and resolving invoice exceptions
-
Research, investigate, and process payment data to support timely payments to employees and suppliers
-
Maintain and update financial and tax-related data by collaborating with internal and external customers
-
Learn to identify, understand, and resolve common payment and reconciliation exceptions
-
Provide customer support by accurately entering and maintaining detailed financial data across multiple systems
-
Develop working knowledge of multiple accounting processes to respond to inquiries and support issue resolution
-
Manage assigned workload while adapting to changing priorities and deadlines
-
Assist with journal entries, corrections, and basic account adjustments under supervision
-
Support preparation of reports, reconciliations, and special projects as assigned
-
Follow accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to maintain data integrity and compliance
-
Participate in training, mentorship, and educational opportunities to build accounting knowledge and technical skills
-
Collaborate with team members and cross functional partners on daily work and process improvement initiatives
Skills and Knowledge You Will Develop
-
General ledger accounting fundamentals
-
Account and bank reconciliations
-
Debit and credit application
-
Invoice and payment processing
-
SAP and other financial systems exposure
-
Excel skills for reconciliation and data analysis
-
Understanding of accounting controls and compliance standards
-
Professional communication and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
Required:
-
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
-
Currently enrolled in an Associate’s degree program at a community college or trade school
-
Basic Excel experience
-
Interest in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping as a career path
-
Basic knowledge of accounting principles (through coursework or training)
-
Willingness to learn SAP, general ledger processes, reconciliations, and Excel
-
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
-
Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred (Not Required):
-
Prior bookkeeping, accounting coursework, or internship experience
-
Familiarity with debits and credits
-
Experience working with financial or administrative data
Skills
Accounting, ATM Reconciliation, Cost Reconciliation, Excel Analytics, Excel Databases, Excel Functions, Excel Reports, Financial Operations, Reconciliations, Tax Reconciliation
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO Know Your Rights” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs.
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Sales
What We Do:
As an expert on our products and services, you can give customers personalized attention and innovative solutions to make their lives easier.
How We Support You:
Starting day one, you’ll have access to resources and incentives to keep you feeling challenged and excited about your careers.
Make An Impact:
As a member of our sales team, you’ll bring a sense of ease and support to customers looking for a better understanding of their protection options. Whether in the field or talking to customers over the phone, you’ll continue to build trust in who we are and what we do.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.
We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.
Role overview
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
This position is only open to candidates currently pursuing an Associate’s degree from a community college or trade school. Candidates currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher will not be considered for this role.
Early Career Apprentice Program
Want to work in your field and train on the job? Join our 12–24 month Early Career Apprentice Program! Apprentices earn and learn on the job while attending school, receive structured career guidance and mentorship, and gain hands-on experience. Allstate also provides tuition assistance and practical training in customer service and business operations, supporting long-term career growth.
Accounting Specialist Apprentice
Position Overview
The Accounting Specialist Apprentice – Bookkeeper/Reconciliations Apprenticeship is designed to provide hands-on accounting experience while developing foundational to intermediate skills in bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and payment processing. Apprentices will support transaction processing across multiple areas within Allstate, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely financial operations while participating in structured learning, coaching, and development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance and increasing levels of independence, the apprentice will:
-
Process and review financial transactions from multiple areas within Allstate to ensure accurate and compliant accounting treatment
-
Learn and apply compliance requirements related to accounting and payment processes
-
Perform account reconciliations by balancing general ledger and subsidiary accounts and researching outstanding items
-
Assist with researching discrepancies and communicating with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues
-
Support invoice and payment processing, including researching and resolving invoice exceptions
-
Research, investigate, and process payment data to support timely payments to employees and suppliers
-
Maintain and update financial and tax-related data by collaborating with internal and external customers
-
Learn to identify, understand, and resolve common payment and reconciliation exceptions
-
Provide customer support by accurately entering and maintaining detailed financial data across multiple systems
-
Develop working knowledge of multiple accounting processes to respond to inquiries and support issue resolution
-
Manage assigned workload while adapting to changing priorities and deadlines
-
Assist with journal entries, corrections, and basic account adjustments under supervision
-
Support preparation of reports, reconciliations, and special projects as assigned
-
Follow accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to maintain data integrity and compliance
-
Participate in training, mentorship, and educational opportunities to build accounting knowledge and technical skills
-
Collaborate with team members and cross functional partners on daily work and process improvement initiatives
Skills and Knowledge You Will Develop
-
General ledger accounting fundamentals
-
Account and bank reconciliations
-
Debit and credit application
-
Invoice and payment processing
-
SAP and other financial systems exposure
-
Excel skills for reconciliation and data analysis
-
Understanding of accounting controls and compliance standards
-
Professional communication and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
Required:
-
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
-
Currently enrolled in an Associate’s degree program at a community college or trade school
-
Basic Excel experience
-
Interest in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping as a career path
-
Basic knowledge of accounting principles (through coursework or training)
-
Willingness to learn SAP, general ledger processes, reconciliations, and Excel
-
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
-
Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred (Not Required):
-
Prior bookkeeping, accounting coursework, or internship experience
-
Familiarity with debits and credits
-
Experience working with financial or administrative data
Skills
Accounting, ATM Reconciliation, Cost Reconciliation, Excel Analytics, Excel Databases, Excel Functions, Excel Reports, Financial Operations, Reconciliations, Tax Reconciliation
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO Know Your Rights” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs.
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Claims
What We Do:
Your ability to quickly and calmly make smart decisions can make a huge difference in how confident customers feel throughout the claims process. And as you support our customers, we’re there to support you.
How We Support You:
We empower your success starting day one. You’ll have access to everything you need to grow professionally while helping our customers get their lives back on track.
Make An Impact:
Helping customers with their claims is about learning their stories, not just processing their paperwork. You can take pride in the fact that you’re providing invaluable guidance and helping to build continued trust in our company.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.
We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.
Role overview
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
This position is only open to candidates currently pursuing an Associate’s degree from a community college or trade school. Candidates currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher will not be considered for this role.
Early Career Apprentice Program
Want to work in your field and train on the job? Join our 12–24 month Early Career Apprentice Program! Apprentices earn and learn on the job while attending school, receive structured career guidance and mentorship, and gain hands-on experience. Allstate also provides tuition assistance and practical training in customer service and business operations, supporting long-term career growth.
Accounting Specialist Apprentice
Position Overview
The Accounting Specialist Apprentice – Bookkeeper/Reconciliations Apprenticeship is designed to provide hands-on accounting experience while developing foundational to intermediate skills in bookkeeping, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and payment processing. Apprentices will support transaction processing across multiple areas within Allstate, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely financial operations while participating in structured learning, coaching, and development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance and increasing levels of independence, the apprentice will:
-
Process and review financial transactions from multiple areas within Allstate to ensure accurate and compliant accounting treatment
-
Learn and apply compliance requirements related to accounting and payment processes
-
Perform account reconciliations by balancing general ledger and subsidiary accounts and researching outstanding items
-
Assist with researching discrepancies and communicating with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues
-
Support invoice and payment processing, including researching and resolving invoice exceptions
-
Research, investigate, and process payment data to support timely payments to employees and suppliers
-
Maintain and update financial and tax-related data by collaborating with internal and external customers
-
Learn to identify, understand, and resolve common payment and reconciliation exceptions
-
Provide customer support by accurately entering and maintaining detailed financial data across multiple systems
-
Develop working knowledge of multiple accounting processes to respond to inquiries and support issue resolution
-
Manage assigned workload while adapting to changing priorities and deadlines
-
Assist with journal entries, corrections, and basic account adjustments under supervision
-
Support preparation of reports, reconciliations, and special projects as assigned
-
Follow accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to maintain data integrity and compliance
-
Participate in training, mentorship, and educational opportunities to build accounting knowledge and technical skills
-
Collaborate with team members and cross functional partners on daily work and process improvement initiatives
Skills and Knowledge You Will Develop
-
General ledger accounting fundamentals
-
Account and bank reconciliations
-
Debit and credit application
-
Invoice and payment processing
-
SAP and other financial systems exposure
-
Excel skills for reconciliation and data analysis
-
Understanding of accounting controls and compliance standards
-
Professional communication and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
Required:
-
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
-
Currently enrolled in an Associate’s degree program at a community college or trade school
-
Basic Excel experience
-
Interest in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping as a career path
-
Basic knowledge of accounting principles (through coursework or training)
-
Willingness to learn SAP, general ledger processes, reconciliations, and Excel
-
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
-
Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred (Not Required):
-
Prior bookkeeping, accounting coursework, or internship experience
-
Familiarity with debits and credits
-
Experience working with financial or administrative data
Skills
Accounting, ATM Reconciliation, Cost Reconciliation, Excel Analytics, Excel Databases, Excel Functions, Excel Reports, Financial Operations, Reconciliations, Tax Reconciliation
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO Know Your Rights” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs.
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.
We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.
Benefits
Experience the benefits that make Allstate a great place to work.
*Benefits vary based on position.
Health
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSAs and FSAs
- Wellbeing programs
- Free therapy sessions
Retirement
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Free financial counseling
Work-life balance
- Paid time off
- Work flexibility
Career development
- Talent shares
- Tuition reimbursement
- Learning opportunities
For a full description of Allstate’s benefits visit our benefits page
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