Surety Account Manager
IMA Financial Group
| Company | IMA Financial Group |
| Category | Sales |
| Location | Kansas City |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
What You'll Do
Supports and demonstrates IMA’s core values
Values and understands the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion among all IMA associates
Reviewing and approving all new and renewal bond requests, consents, riders, etc.
Accurate and consistent contract and job specification review
Reviewing and execution of bonds subsequent to bonds being prepared by SAR
Back up SAR when additional support and document preparation is needed
Preparing surety indemnity agreements and applications
Preparing surety reference letters for clients and report to A/E and surety, with guidance and approval obtained for all larger and complicated project letters by A/E and Surety
Responsibility for setting up and maintaining financial underwriting, SuretyWave, ImageRight and EPIC files for new clients, and making appropriate file information changes when required
Responsibility for following up on contracts, financial statements, bank information, work in progress schedules and other pertinent underwriting information, with moderate guidance
Works with AE with moderate guidance in analyzing underwriting details, utilizing department standards to facilitate the underwriting and reporting information to the surety(ies)
Responsibility for A/R payment follow up with minimal guidance from A/E or manager on a monthly basis
Assists in the training and mentoring of new SAR and SAM positions as regards to IMA standards and procedures
Actively supports the team by participating in the completion of all duties required to complete a project and service an account
Performs functions of the role within an IMA office 75% of the time
You Should Have
2-3 years of similar or related surety experience
A two-year college or bachelor’s degree preferred
Current Resident State (and possibly non-resident) Property and Casualty Insurance license required, as well as completion of all mandatory CE requirements
Required: detail oriented with strong priority management skills
Required: strong communication skills (including courtesy, tact and diplomacy) with external and internal clients, surety companies and the team
Required: experience with problem solving and ability to perform intermediate level mathematics
Proficiency with MS Office products (Outlook, Word and Excel), as well as SuretyWave, ImageRight, EPIC and FoxIt
Participation in surety-related association activities and education opportunities preferred
Attain and maintain professional designation – AFSB preferred
Limited travel required (less than 25%)
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Compensation & Benefits
Being a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following: Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend , Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.
Why Join IMA?
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