Responsibilities Preparing and delivering timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with analyses and reports for management in accordance with ASPE Assisting in the completion of all bank and shareholder reporting and managing cash and ensuring appropriate levels of cash are in the correct accounts Ensuring the appropriate split between operating and trust cash, ensuring monthly completion of all trust reconciliations and providing weekly cash and trust reporting Assisting in the year‑end financial statement engagements and responding to requests from external accountants Working with auditors to create a clean opinion on Axis’ audited financial statements Provides financial analysis as needed for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations Ensuring appropriate record keeping and documentation, implementing internal control procedures to mitigate risks Completing monthly general ledger reconciliation Providing analysis on variances vs. prior month/year and vs. budget and ensuring compliance with appropriate regulatory and provincial/federal government reporting Assisting with tax accrual calculations and ensuring appropriate level of controls to safeguard company assets Modifying and adapting the accounting policy as needed and reviewing and upgrading accounting software and systems Collaborating with the HR recruitment team, maintaining, developing, and attracting skilled staff Acting as liaison between direct reports, senior management, internal, and external stakeholders when issues arise requiring attention and performing staff performance evaluations and making recommendations as required Collaborating with the director of finance and other department managers to oversee the development of workflow systems designed to effectively and efficiently manage workload of the team Leading the team and providing a work environment that is supportive of the productivity and morale of all staff Contributing to a positive team environment by working efficiently, professionally, and in a friendly manner Executing and facilitating regular meetings with staff Monitoring and auditing workflows Ensuring staff feel supported and heard by department leadership team Communicating Axis’ goals and achievements Collaborating with staff to monitor objectives & key results (OKRs) Providing training and mentorship Immediately dealing with staff issues and working towards a timely resolution Developing and maintaining high service level standards for the department Qualities We Value Providing friendly, professional service Making a positive difference to those around you Sharing ideas and working with a great team of proactive, innovative thinkers Learning, growing, and pushing past barriers Living with integrity and taking ownership of your work and actions Outstanding Traits Building relationships – with clients and colleagues … you are a people person! Staying on top of priorities … know every deadline and live by your to‑do list! Paying attention to the little things that make a big difference … dot your I’s, cross your T’s, and check all your boxes to make sure it’s done right the first time! Managing your time … with deadlines looming, keep your cool, knowing you’ve got this! Proactively getting stuff done … follow up and follow through! Working behind the scenes to ensure an exceptional customer experience … knowing that the customer expects excellence … and so do you! Required Qualifications Post secondary degree – Commerce, Business Administration 5+ years post‑designation industry experience Full cycle accounting experience, required Benefits Fun! From team‑building activities to contests and giveaways, holiday parties to virtual/in‑person social events, we believe in building connections, knowing that a happy team makes a happy workplace! Career potential & leadership opportunities . We pride ourselves on training and mentoring for success. Competitive Employee Benefits Plan. We offer medical, dental, long‑term disability, AD&D, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance coverage for you and your family. Work/Life Balance. Our offices operate 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, so no evenings or weekends. And we offer competitive vacation time and flex work options. Axis Insurance Managers Inc. is committed to fostering a culture of mutual respect and inclusion, recognizing that our success is enhanced by diversity. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain top talent from a diverse candidate pool. #J-18808-Ljbffr