Senior Accountant, Sap

Echelon Insurance provides Personal and Commercial Specialty Insurance solutions to protect Canadian families and businesses across Canada, through our trusted network of Broker partners. Echelon is a member of the CAA Club Group of Companies and is an equal opportunity employer who offers a professional environment that champions collaboration, trust, and growth to drive success. We cultivate a great working dynamic to help us deliver what is best for our associates, Brokers, and Customers.Who we are
Are you ready to join an award-winning, purpose-driven culture? Welcome to the CAA Club Group of Companies (CCG), where purpose leads to passion!At CCG, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Associate experience. We offer:Work-life harmony with access to an award-winning holistic wellness program,Continuous learning through our robust corporate curriculum and education reimbursement program,Incredible rewards, travel incentives, and product and service discounts,Pay-for-performance and best-in-class recognition programs, andCompetitive benefits that include a defined contribution plan, personal spending account, and so much more.Join our growing team where everyone belongs!What You Will Do
Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standardsPrepare and review complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysesProvide monthly analysis of entity result variances to verify the completeness and accuracy of financial statementsAssist with timely and accurate monthly financial closing processConduct a variance analysis of entity financial resultsRegulatory reporting – Assist in preparation of quarterly and annual P&C1 statements and worksheetsOversee and review periodic bank, intercompany and account reconciliations, investigations, and address any differencesOversee cash flow requirements for entity and related administration dutiesProvide support regarding strategic management planning and implementation including presentation and analysis of internal controlsYear-end Audit functions – Coordinate and support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and audit documentationReview monthly Fixed assets and Prepaid SchedulesParticipate in monthly, quarterly and year end General accounting and reportingParticipate in the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and regulatory filings ensuring accuracy of data, regulatory compliance and performance measurementParticipate in general ledger, system processes and testing for automationAssist in other ad hoc projects when required (analysis, forecasting, budgeting)Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, and automate manual processesMentor and provide guidance to accountants and team, including review of their work and development of best practicesLead SAP implementation of accounting module including General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable which track financial transactionsLead cross-functional projects and finance initiativesPartner with operational and business teams to provide financial guidance and support strategic initiativesPrepare working papers for auditor’s review, discuss variances, if any and provide explanationsSalary range is not inclusive of total compensation. The expected salary range for this position will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply.Who You Are
University degree/College diploma in Accounting or Business-related discipline3+ years’ experience in a similar role is requiredWorking knowledge in SAP accounting module is a must including General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable which track financial transactionsExperience in SAP implementations is required. Understanding and mapping business processes into SAP functionality is essential.CPA preferredInvestment accounting experience is an assetPrevious work experience in a P&C insurance industry is preferredAdvanced knowledge of Excel and other MS Office applicationsFamiliarity with systems such as Epicor, Adapt & FiservHigh level of accuracy with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong decision making, problem solving and multi-tasking skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsInternal applicants are asked to formally express their interest by applying online no later than 10 business days of the position being posted.Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process.Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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