Job title: Accounting Technician (Hybrid)

Company: Cowan Insurance Group

Job description: You’re a results-oriented individual who is looking to be part of a great team!

Paying meticulous attention to detail and being efficient are part of your core competencies.

You have a knack for understanding and navigating accounting systems.

If you’re nodding yes, this Accounting Technician role within the Third-Party Administration team at Cowan Insurance Group may be perfect for you!

What’s the role?

Reporting to the Third-Party Administration Finance Supervisor, the Accounting Technician is responsible for the following:

• Perform bank reconciliations ensuring proper support for bank transactions is provided and using professional judgement to identify any unusual transactions requiring additional investigation and supportive documentation.
• Calculate, analyze, and process company premium remittances and broker commissions on time and accurately.
• Process intercompany bank transfers and implement appropriate tracking of bank transfers.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of the processes related to assigned tasks and suggest improvements.
• Understand the role of each team within the Third-Party Administration (TPA) department and how your work impacts Cowan.
• Prepare reconciliations and analysis accurately and on time.
• Account Receivable follow ups with specific client(s) and entering payment receipts in the accounting systems.
• Other ad-hoc tasks as required

What does it take?

• 1 – 2 years of previous Finance or accounting experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
• Excellent time management and prioritizing skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Critical-thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when managing company records.
• This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include credential, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks.

Who we are

Canadian-owned and operated, Cowan Insurance Group is a leading independent insurance brokerage and consulting operation, providing real value to our clients. With over 500 employees operating out of 8 locations across Canada, we’re proud to have been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2012.

We partner with leading national and international insurance companies to:

• deliver insurance and risk management solutions to businesses, organizations, and individuals
• advise on and create retirement, group benefits, disability management and international benefits programs for employee groups. Dire

We also offer wealth and asset management as well as financial and succession planning services to individuals, and specialize in property, casualty, and credit insurance.

What sets us apart?

Be in good company

Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive.

Challenge your thinking

You’re valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast, but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it.

Grow together

We believe in your potential. If you’re looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we’ll make that happen.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive salary
• Participate in our comprehensive benefits plan on day one — no waiting period
• Company-matched Retirement Savings Plan
• Company-paid training and development courses
• Community involvement
• Hybrid work environment

Are you interested?

Send in your cover letter and resume and share your unique story with us.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employee candidates will be selected strictly based on an individual’s technical qualifications, knowledge, and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed (religion), sex, sexual orientation, handicaps (physical or mental), age, marital status, family status, or the receipt of public assistance or record of offences.

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Location: Ottawa, ON

Job date: Sun, 01 Oct 2023 07:28:49 GMT