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Senior Staff AccountantBillyard Insurance Group • Welland, Ontario, Canada
Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant

Billyard Insurance Group • Welland, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Senior Staff Accountant

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.
We are currently seeking a permanent full-time Senior Staff Accountant to join our Head Office Accounting team. The Senior Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of the BIG Group of Companies. This position blends hands-on full-cycle accounting with leadership mentorship and process oversight. Youll support accurate and timely financial reporting oversee critical accounting workflows (including commissions) and help guide a collaborative accounting team all while working closely with internal stakeholders across the organization.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who enjoys balancing technical expertise with people leadership and continuous improvement.
What does the Senior Staff Accountant do
As the Senior Staff Accountant you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy integrity and consistency of financial operations across the BIG Group of Companies. This role combines hands-on full-cycle accounting with workflow oversight mentorship and cross-functional collaboration to support timely reporting compliance and continuous improvement. Youll act as a trusted financial partner within the organization while helping guide and support the accounting this role you will:
  • Oversee daily accounting workflows to ensure efficiency accuracy and consistency.
  • Manage full-cycle accounting including commissions A/P A/R and month-end close.
  • Prepare review and analyze monthly financial reports.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity across entities.
  • Support audit preparation and respond to auditor requests.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards regulations and internal policies.
  • Act as a key contact for commission-related inquiries and accounting support requests.
  • Use QuickBooks and financial systems effectively recommending improvements as needed.
  • Mentor and support team members to promote collaboration and development.
  • Contribute to process improvements and special projects as required.
Does this sound like you
You are a confident accounting professional who takes pride in accuracy ownership and follow-through. You enjoy combining technical expertise with collaboration and mentorship and youre motivated by contributing to a team that values trust integrity and continuous improvement. To succeed in this role you likely bring:
  • Strong foundation in full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
  • A high level of accuracy attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
  • Clear confident communication skills with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  • The ability to mentor and support others while working collaboratively.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • A proactive solutions-focused mindset with a sense of ownership.
  • Adaptability and a continuous-improvement approach to your work.
Qualifications
  • Post-secondary education in Accounting Bookkeeping Finance or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience mentoring or overseeing finance administration processes.
  • Strong proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks or similar) & Microsoft Excel.
  • Previous experience in the insurance industry (an asset).
  • CPA designation or currently working toward CPA certification (an asset).
What We Offer
  • Salary Band 5: $62000-$79000
  • Target Hiring Range $62000 - $66000
  • People-focused company culture
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical vision dental and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation prorated based on start date.
  • Birthday day off
  • Hybrid work from home / in-office environment
* Final offer based on experience internal equity and budget considerations.
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. 10112.
This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy.
BIG does not currently use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.


Required Experience:

Staff IC


Key Skills
Balance Sheet Reconciliation,General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,QuickBooks,Pivot tables,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Microsoft Dynamics GP
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 62000 - 79000
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