Accounting Associate

What you will do

• Collection, Reconciliation, Cash Application and Invoicing:
• Collects and reconciles premiums and non premiums, invoices or applies cash.
• Collects and minimizes outstanding balances and delinquencies to assigned accounts.
• Anticipate customer needs, monitor trends in order to recommend changes and provide regular status updates.
• Identify and resolve problems, verify accuracy of processed transactions, reconcile and perform duties per defined procedures.
• Establishes and maintains internal and external relationships stakeholders such as brokers, underwriters etc.
• Provides technical guidance, work direction, and analytical support to the team
• Analyze account information to identify and reconcile discrepancies and/or conduct research on financial data
• Assist and support department initiatives Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table Required: Bachelor’s Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Finance Operations area AND Knowledge of insurance industry agreements and loss sensitive programs Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance Intermediate proficiency in Accounting, Accounts Payable (A-P), Accounts Receivable (A-R), Financial and Accounting Systems, Financial Record Keeping, and General Ledger (G-L) Strong written and verbal communication skills Advanced Microsoft Office skills Knowledge of accounting principles SAP knowledge Accounting and close process experience At Zurich Canada, we are committed to pay equity. We determine compensation based on objective criteria such as skills, experience, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000 . This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on factors like office location, specific responsibilities, and individual qualifications. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable compensation range, but starting salaries may exceed this range based on a candidate’s skills and experience. Our Culture At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome. We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact. We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package. We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that. We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion. We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources. We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award. Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.