Talent.com
PartnerRe
Head of Payments & CollectionsPartnerRe • Toronto, ON, CA
Head of Payments & Collections

Head of Payments & Collections

PartnerRe • Toronto, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About this job

As the Head of Payments and Collections, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that ensures efficient and secure balances and payment processing. You will lead a team of professionals, collaborate with various stakeholders, and ensure compliance with global regulations safeguarding an adequately controlled environment and mitigating all risks where possible.

The Teams’ objectives include the timely processing of payments from and to our reinsurance brokers and retrocessionaires, the reconciliation and monitoring of unsettled balances, the maintenance of payment partner bank accounts and the interaction with internal and external stakeholders on payment related matters.

About the role

  • Lead and mentor a team of payments and collections professionals in five locations (Dublin, Paris, Zurich, Toronto and Stamford)
  • Support people development, staff planning and department budgeting.
  • Develop and implement a global payments and collections strategy aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.
  • Oversee and enhance the payment processing system and processes, ensuring security, accuracy, and efficiency for our assumed and ceded reinsurance and insurance business.
  • Identify and implement new technologies and solutions to enhance payment operations.
  • Create and manage effective collections strategies to minimize outstanding receivables.
  • Ensure compliance with local and international laws and regulations related to payments and collections. Identify potential payment and collections risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
  • Work closely with Finance (AP), Reinsurance Accounting, Claims, Retro Finance, IT, and Legal teams to streamline processes and align objectives.
  • Implement and maintain fraud prevention measures to protect company and customer information.
  • Analyse payment data and collection metrics to provide insights and recommendations for improvement.
  • Establish performance metrics and KPIs to assess collections efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Prepare regular reports for executive and senior management on payments and collection performance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in payments, collections, reinsurance accounting or financial operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven ability to lead global teams and drive strategic initiatives.
  • Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required.
  • Project and process management skills considered key.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English is required. French language skills are a plus but not mandatory.
  • Experience with digital transformation and automation preferred.
  • System experience namely, SICS, eMessaging and B2B solutions would be an asset. Other reinsurance systems will be given strong consideration.

Additional Information

PartnerRe provides a working environment in which diversity is valued, where all employees feel welcome, respected, and empowered to perform at their best. We invite you to learn more about D&I at PartnerRe.

Thank you,

PartnerRe Hiring Team

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Create a job alert for this search

Head of Payments & Collections • Toronto, ON, CA

Similar jobs

Head Of Debt Issuance

Taurus SearchToronto, Canada
Full-time

Oversees and executes debt issuance funding initiatives for North American region, ensuring sound executionMentor and oversee team in TorontoEnsures appropriate sales relationship management with m... Show more

 • Promoted

Head of Debt Issuance

Taurus SearchToronto, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

Oversees and executes debt issuance funding initiatives for North American region, ensuring sound execution.Mentor and oversee team in Toronto.Ensures appropriate sales relationship management with... Show more

 • Promoted

Payments and Open Banking Consulting, Director

PwC CanadaToronto, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

At PwC, our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness.These individuals analyse client needs, develop operat... Show more

 • Promoted

Construction Accounts Payable Manager Leading High-Volume Operations

isgSearchAurora, York Region, CA
Full-time

Elevate the Accounts Payable function as a strategic leader in a bustling construction setting.Drive efficiencies, bolster controls, and strengthen vendor relationships while overseeing subcontract... Show more

 • Promoted

Environmental Services Finance Integration Director

AltisAurora, York Region, CA
Full-time

Take charge as the Finance Integration Director for a leading player in environmental services.Apply your bilingual skills and accounting expertise to enhance post-acquisition processes.This opport... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Credit & Collections Specialist – Grow & Impact

Willson International LimitedToronto, ON, CA
Remote
Full-time

A Customs Brokerage and Third-Party Logistics firm is seeking a Credit Collections Specialist in Toronto.You will be responsible for evaluating credit limits and collecting outstanding receivables.... Show more

 • Promoted

Hybrid Credit & Collections Specialist

Lactalis CanadaToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

A leading dairy company in Toronto seeks a Credit Representative to manage customer orders and collections.You will work with internal teams to maintain accounts in good standing and resolve paymen... Show more

 • Promoted

Project Manager (Payments)

Caspian OneToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Candidate Consultant | Project Manager, Programme Manager, PMP, QA | Financial Technology | UK, Poland & North America | Caspian One.Contract | Hybrid | Banking – Payments Modernization.Own deliver... Show more

 • Promoted

Accounts Payable Administrator

Taylor Co. Ltd.Markham, York Region, CA
Full-time

Full-time hybrid role for an Accounts Payable Administrator, based in Markham, ON.The role involves processing vendor invoices, reconciling accounts, managing high volume payments, maintaining accu... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Debt Collection Specialist

No Accent CallersToronto, ON, CA
Remote
Full-time

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job Title: Remote Debt Collection Specialis.Compensation: $3,000/month + Performance Bonuses.No Accent Callers – A high-performance cal... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Project Manager: Collections Experience Lead

Iris Software Inc.Toronto, ON, CA
Remote
Full-time

A leading financial services provider is looking for a Project Manager (Collections Experience) for a remote, long-term contract.The ideal candidate will have strong technical project management sk... Show more

 • Promoted

Deputy Head, Credit Risk Management Department

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Canada)Richmond Hill, York region, Canada
Full-time +1

Reports To: Head of Credit Risk Management Department.Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent / Contract.Location: Richmond Hill Office.Lead the designated Credit Analysis Team to oversee our Bank’s c... Show more

 • Promoted

Credit & Collections Analyst (AR Analyst)

CDW CanadaToronto, Ontario, Canada
Full-time

Credit & Collections Analyst (AR Analyst).Credit & Collections Analyst (AR Analyst).An Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst is focused on identifying, addressing, and resolving issues related to outsta... Show more

 • Promoted

Trust And Treasury Senior Manager At Mccarthy Tétrault

McCarthy Tétrault LLPToronto, Canada
Full-time

McCarthy Tétrault seeks a skilled Bilingual Senior Manager, Trust, Treasury, and Accounts Payable in Toronto.Ensure compliance, optimize cash management, and lead high-performing teams in a dynamic... Show more

 • Promoted

Head of Outbound

Alternative PaymentsToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

SMBs, consolidating the disconnected tech stack that holds service-based businesses back.AI-powered analytics, and beyond.We’re at an inflection point: closing the loop on money movement and laying... Show more

 • Promoted

Head of Finance

EngineersOfAIToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

Behavox is shaping the future for how businesses harness their most important raw material - data.Our mission is bold: Organize enterprise data into actionable information that protects and promote... Show more

 • Promoted

Director, Billing & Collections

McCarthy TétraultToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

McCarthy Tétrault is a Canadian law firm that offers a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world.At McCarthy Tétrault, we offer challenging and rewarding ... Show more

 • Promoted

Head Of Private Equity Fund Accounting

The Citco Group LimitedToronto, Canada
Full-time

A leading financial services provider in Toronto is seeking a Strategic Sourcer to oversee fund accounting for private equity funds.The successful candidate will have extensive experience in fund a... Show more

 • Promoted

Head of Private Equity Fund Accounting

The Citco Group LimitedToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

A leading financial services provider in Toronto is seeking a Strategic Sourcer to oversee fund accounting for private equity funds.The successful candidate will have extensive experience in fund a... Show more

 • Promoted

Cost Consultant

NamelyToronto, ON, CA
Full-time

The salary range listed reflects the base pay for this role at Altus Group and is provided where required by local regulations.Actual offers may differ based on experience, market conditions, and o... Show more