Accounting Assistant at Guardian Group

, , Trinidad and Tobago -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Detail-Oriented, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, Networking Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Decision Making, Financial Reporting, Reconciliations, Audit Management, Insurance Industry Knowledge, Cash Transaction Recording, Risk Identification, Procedure Development, Management Reporting, Statutory Reporting

Industry

Insurance

Description

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? We are seeking a dedicated Accounting Assistant – Group Insurance Administration to support our financial operations, ensure accurate policy and premium processing, and contribute to the smooth administration of our group insurance portfolio. JOB OVERVIEW: Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? We are seeking a dedicated Accounting Assistant – Group Insurance Administration to support our financial operations, ensure accurate policy and premium processing, and contribute to the smooth administration of our group insurance portfolio. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Reconciliations · Manage the integrity of the Asset and Liability (Balances within this portfolio) recorded in the financials for all subsidiaries through regular assessment and review of account reconciliations prepared by direct reports · Timely and accurate clearance of errors and/or outstanding differences between balances confirmed by debtors/creditors vs the relevant company’s general ledger. · Develop and maintain current, relevant procedures and controls to ensure accurate and timely recording of cash transactions; and to eliminate or limit the risks identified. · Identify operational and/or financial risks arising from the reconciliations within their responsibility. 2. Financial Reporting · Prepare monthly management reports as well as review all monthly reports for Reinsurance and Valuations. · Effectively manage the monthly financial close process. · Develop and maintain current, relevant procedures to ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions · Prepare and review Central Bank, Statutory Return reports and Balances of Payments reports on a quarterly and annual basis for BANC, GL OECS and GLOC local and overseas territories. 3. Audits · Manage the internal and external audit by providing supporting documents and schedules within stipulated deadlines with no material errors. · To perform any other job-related duties as assigned by the Manager EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: · 5 CXC/CSEC passes including Mathematics and English Language. · 2 A’ Level/ CAPE passes. · ACCA Level 1 · At Least Two (2) years’ experience operating in an Accounting field · 1 year experience in the Insurance Industry ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT: As a regulated entity with obligations under the Know Your Employee guidelines, a Certificate of Character is required. PERSON SPECIFICATION: The Accounting Assistant – Group Insurance Administration must be flexible, possess excellent time management skills and excellent interpersonal and networking skills. He/ She must be a very meticulous, organised and detail oriented individual. The individual must possess strong problem-solving skills and be able to make sound decisions. Applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Assistant will manage reconciliations, ensuring the integrity of financial balances and timely error clearance. They will also prepare financial reports and manage audits by providing necessary documentation.