Account Manager

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our team at Marsh. This role will be based in Halifax, Canada. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of multiple captive insurance companies and other client entities. Prepare accurate, timely financial statements, including all supplemental schedules and financial information required by each client.

We will count on you to:

• Familiarize with international clients’ rules, regulations, and local accounting requirements to ensure compliant financial reporting.

• Reconcile cash and investment accounts and prepare bank deposits and cash disbursements.

• Plan and execute annual audits, including preparation of regulatory filings and GAAP financial statements.

• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance processes and procedures are followed for local accounting and financial reporting.

• Maintain client files and documentation in accordance with regulations and best practices.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and third‑party service providers, and correspond with other service providers as needed.

• Prepare board and committee meeting materials and participate in the annual board of directors’ meeting and other client meetings.

• Comply with Marsh and client‑specific internal controls and perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

What you need to have:

• CPA designation or active CPA enrollment preferred; bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent required.

• 1+ years of relevant experience preparing financial statements, maintaining working paper files, and managing the general ledger.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with exceptional attention to detail; able to excel in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment and meet tight deadlines.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with all organizational levels and external clients; proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience with captive insurance entities and their operations.

• 1–2 years' experience working with or within insurance companies, familiar with Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).

• Familiarity with U.S. insurance regulatory requirements.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients and communities.

• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh Risk is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Marsh Risk, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.Marsh 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 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 Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.