Billyard Insurance Group (BIG) is a leading force in the insurance industry committed to attracting the best insurance professionals and equipping them with cutting-edge technology tools and unwavering support to thrive in todays dynamic insurance landscape. With a strong presence and continuous growth we boast over 80 locations across Canada. Our dedication to excellence has earned us prestigious recognition including being featured on Insurance Business Canadas esteemed Top Brokerages list for the past three years and securing a spot as one of Canadas Top Growing Companies in the renowned Globe and Mails Report on Business. At Billyard Insurance Group our mission is clear: to establish a nationally recognized insurance brokerage brand that empowers brokers and leads the digital insurance revolution.The Senior Franchise Accountant is a key leadership role within the Finance & Accounting team at Billyard Insurance Group. This position serves as both a technical accounting expert and a system owner responsible for ensuring the accuracy integrity and efficiency of financial reporting across the organization.
This role goes beyond traditional accounting by bridging finance operations with system functionality. It leads optimization of the ERP system (Sage Intacct) supports and enhances Broker Management Systems (Acturis and PowerBroker) and drives continuous process improvement initiatives that strengthen financial operations and scalability.This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced high-growth environment and enjoys combining hands-on accounting with systems leadership process improvement and team mentorship.
What does the Senior Franchise Accountant doWe are seeking a technically strong and detail-oriented accounting professional with deep full-cycle accounting experience and strong proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools. The successful candidate will act as a go-to resource for accounting ERP and BMS-related questions while supporting continuous improvement across financial processes and reporting.They will be comfortable working across multiple systems managing competing priorities and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. Strong communication skills a proactive mindset and the ability to influence and support others are essential.This role requires someone who takes ownership identifies opportunities for improvement and contributes to building a more efficient scalable and high-performing finance function.
Does this sound like youThe ideal candidate is a highly analytical accounting professional who enjoys solving complex problems improving financial processes and leveraging technology to drive efficiency.You bring:
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
- Experience acting as a technical lead through coaching mentoring or training others
- Advanced systems aptitude with experience in ERP and broker management systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and improvement
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets and reporting tools
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts
- A collaborative service-oriented approach with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to financial integrity and compliance
- A proactive mindset with a focus on automation efficiency and process optimization
Qualifications Education & Experience- Post-secondary education in Accounting Finance Bookkeeping or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role
- Minimum 3 years of experience in the insurance industry
- Minimum 1 year of experience providing technical leadership coaching mentoring or workflow coordination
Systems & Technical Skills- Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables XLOOKUP macros financial modelling linked workbooks)
- Experience with QuickBooks
- Strong working knowledge of Sage Intacct ERP (reporting administration user support process improvement)
- Advanced experience with PowerBroker and broker management system transaction flows and reporting
- Experience with Acturis including reporting reconciliation and process optimization
- Experience with Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Access
- Knowledge of ERP implementation system integrations reporting and administration
Accounting & Compliance- Strong understanding of accounting principles and full-cycle accounting
- Knowledge of financial reporting standards regulatory compliance and internal controls
What We Offer People-focused company cultureComprehensive benefits including medical vision dental and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)3 weeks of paid vacation in the first year of employment; 4 weeks in year 2Birthday day offHybrid work from home / in-office environmentRetirement savings programs with company-matched RRSP contributions
Our Commitment to Diversity Inclusion and Belonging Billyard Insurance Group is committed to building a transparent environment where everyone feels heard welcomed and included. We believe Diversity Inclusion and Belonging are fundamental in our vision to be the leading insurance platform in Canada. BIG is a proud equal-opportunity workplace that is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability or gender identity.
Our Commitment to Accessibility Billyard Insurance Group is committed to developing an inclusive barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Should you require any accommodation please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility-related assistance requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems please contact us at or 905.346.2190 ext. 1021
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Senior IC
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 62000 - 79000