Manager, Accounting

PPI (an independent subsidiary of iA Financial) is an Insurance Marketing Organization that sits between independent advisors and insurance companies. From coast-to-coast, we provide value-added services and support such as digital tools, education, marketing, and processing, to help advisors elevate and grow their business with a socially responsible mindset.

At PPI, each day you have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference when you support our independent insurance advisors in providing financial security and peace of mind to their clients: Canadian families and businesses.

When you join PPI you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and equitable place to work that values different perspectives. You will benefit from a culture that is people-focused, inclusive and collaborative with opportunities to learn and develop your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact.

Our people drive our progress through innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence. We work hard and always ensure we have fun along the way.

PPI is pleased to provide employees with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.  This role is eligible for working from home up to 3 days per week. 

For more information about PPI visit: www.ppi.ca.

Manager, Accounting

Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, the Manager, Accounting provides leadership and direction to the Accountants and the Accounts Payable team and is responsible for a portfolio of accounting responsibilities including providing oversight on various accounting functions, participating in monthly and quarterly reporting, assisting in reporting to government agencies, and the preparation of the annual budget.

This is a contract position for an expected duration of 18 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-going supervision, coaching and mentoring to a team of high performing accountants including ensuring established processes and standards are maintained, performance management, attendance and vacation scheduling and approvals, training, and the recruitment of new staff.

• Supervise the accounts payable and receivable functions, revenue and fixed asset accounting.

• Responsible for monthly internal reporting by region.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly group reporting requirements.

• Oversee the month-end general ledger account reconciliations.

• Prepare indirect tax reporting and annual returns.

• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget.

• Other projects and ad-hoc assignments as required.

Education, Experience and Skills:

• Accounting CPA designation

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in accounting and financial reporting

• Experience leading, supervising and mentoring staff

• Prior industry experience an asset; candidates from public practice will also be considered

• Outstanding attention to detail and proven accuracy

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly effective organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities

• Effective problem solver with demonstrated critical thinking, judgement and decision-making skills

• Self-motivated and results driven with the ability to work independently while being committed to functioning as a team player

• Ability to work under pressure, maintaining a professional image and attitude

• Intermediate+ knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, with advanced knowledge in Excel

• Experience with an accounting ERP system like Great Plains required

• Experience with ERP migration an asset

• Bilingualism (English and French) an asset

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Your resume may be used for other vacancies.

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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