Finance Administrator

Meridia Recruitment SolutionsNova Scotia

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$70,000.00 yearly

Job description

Finance Administrator

Dartmouth, NS

Reference # HL-18368

At Meridia Recruitment Solutions, we are excited to be partnered with BF&M, a leading insurance provider with operations in Bermuda, Halifax and across the Caribbean, to recruit for their Finance Administrator role in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Founded in 1903, BF&M takes great pride in helping their customers protect what matters most, as well as giving back to the communities in which they work. BF&M is comprised of several companies selling health, life, pension, property and casualty insurance products.

We are currently seeking a Finance Administrator to join BF&M’s team. Reporting to the Finance Supervisor, the Finance Administrator will ensure all accounts payable, and accounts receivable tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines. Key responsibilities in this role will include :

Performing bank reconciliations.
Accounts payable - posting and payment of customer invoices / processing of customer claims and refund payments.
Accounts receivable - posting and allocating receipts from customers.
Assisting with preparation of daily deposit and general ledger reconciliations.
Assisting with collection and monitoring of outstanding balances.
Assisting with the quarterly financial statement creation process.
Providing general and ad hoc assistance for administrators, cashiers and other team members as requested.
Creating a collaborative atmosphere with a positive, helpful, and friendly attitude toward fellow team members.

The ideal candidate will possess :

Bachelor’s degree or a diploma, preferably in accounting or business, or equivalent working experience.

2-3 years of accounting experience.

Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable processing.

Experience with bank reconciliations and other banking administrative processes.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, hands-on experience with spreadsheets and working with Excel formulas.

Knowledge of Dynamics GP is an asset.

Must have a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Highly organized and energetic, enjoys working in a challenging administrative environment.

Ability to demonstrate teamwork but also work independently and on own initiative, with minimal supervision.

Experience interacting across all levels of the organization including working with business units to gather relevant information.

At BF&M, great talent is at the core of the success across all jurisdictions in which they operate. Key programs are dedicated to appreciating and developing their people through training resources, performance reviews, bonus awards, sports and social events and various opportunities to share knowledge with colleagues from around the world. They offer flexible working arrangements with a hybrid model of working in the office and at home. They strive to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. If you require any support in the application process, including accessibility accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Are you a finance and accounting professional looking for a great opportunity to use your skills with an organization where you can continue to grow? Then this is the opportunity for you.