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Marsh Management Services • Halifax, NS, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

What can you expect?

Join a growing team of 120+ people in the Halifax office This position will be supporting U.S based clients.

You will be responsible for a portfolio of clients, managing the day to day activities of various captive insurance companies and other clients.

This is the hybrid position.

Key Responsibilities :

Prepare financial statements in an accurate and timely manner, including supplemental financial information required by the client

  • Clients are international with their own rules and regulations to be familiarized
  • Reconcile cash and investment accounts. Prepare bank deposits and cash disbursements.
  • Plan and complete the annual audit for clients, which can include preparation of regulatory filings and GAAP financial statements
  • Ensures legal and regulatory compliance processes and procedures are followed for local accounting and financial reporting.
  • Maintain client files in accordance with regulations and best practices
  • Learn and develop client and third-party providers relationships
  • Correspond with other service providers.
  • Prepare board and committee meeting materials and participate in the annual board of directors' meeting and other client meetings.
  • Comply with Marsh internal controls and any client specific internal controls
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • CPA Designation or CPA enrolment is preferred, OR;
  • 1-2 years equivalent relevant experience on preparation of financial statements, preparation of working paper files, and General Ledger
  • Bachelors of Accounting, Business Administrator, or equivalent
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills, confidence and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with external clients.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office products - MS Excel, Word, and Outlook is required.
  • Skills : Treasury, General Ledger (GL), Business Finance, Accounting, External Audit, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Project Management, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Financial Statements, Account Reconciliations, Financial Management, Accounting System, Financial Controlling, Insurance Accounting, Insurance Terminology, Accounts payable and receivables, Microsoft office product knowledge
  • What makes you stand out :

  • Relevant captive experience
  • 1-2 years of experience working with or within insurance company and familiar with Statutory Accounting Principles ("SAP") for insurance companies.
  • Familiar with US regulatory requirements for insurance companies.
  • What is in it for you?

  • Competitive pay - Marsh Canada offers competitive employee benefits and a thriving culture to bring your authentic self to work. Competitive salary and bonus potential, Full benefits package - starting day one (medical, dental, vision, wellness and health spending account, STD / LTD, life insurance, RSP (Retirement Savings Plan or TFSA (tax free savings account.)
  • Balance Your Life - Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, company holidays (with early dismissal), floating holidays, and time to give back to your community; flexible work culture, generous parental leave and maternity leave top-up
  • Hybrid Work Set-up - As an employee working on a hybrid set-up, company equipment and support will be made available for colleagues
  • Reach Your Goals - Tuition Reimbursement plan. We offer financial and educational support towards your CPA designation or MBA
  • The Marsh Culture - A company with a strong brand and strong results to match, and are committed to making a difference in the lives of people. A culture of belonging, innovation, collaboration, internal mobility, and extraordinary career opportunities through our four businesses : Marsh, Mercer, Guy Carpenter, and Oliver Wyman, each consistently ranked the industry leader in their fields
  • Be an Owner - Participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discounted share price
  • Level Up - Employee Resource Groups which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer, and mentoring opportunities, and interactions with counterparts in industry groups and client organizations\
  • Company Description

    About us :

    Marsh is the world's leading insurance broker and risk advisor. With more than 45,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue of over $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. For more information, visit marshmclennan, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    In accordance with applicable legislation, Marsh McLennan will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual's particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need please contact

    Company Description

    About us : \r\n\r\nMarsh is the world's leading insurance broker and risk advisor. With more than 45,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue of over $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. For more information, visit marshmclennan, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.\r\nMarsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\r\nIn accordance with applicable legislation, Marsh McLennan will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual's particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need please contact

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