Staff Accountant

Posted 2 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
50K-60K Annually
Junior
Insurance
The Role
Support Canadian Divisional Controller with day-to-day finance functions including AR/AP, reconciliations, month-end close, variance analysis, financial reporting, cross-functional liaison, and ad-hoc operational analysis to improve reporting and resolve aged balances.
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ABOUT US

At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference. Our structure enables our teams to maintain their own unique, regional culture while leveraging support and resources from our corporate centers of excellence.

HUB is a global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a boundaryless array of business insurance, employee benefits, risk services, personal insurance, retirement, and private wealth management products and services. With over $5 billion in revenue and more than 20,000 employees in 600 offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in mergers and acquisitions.

About the Position

The Staff Accountant will be part of the Canadian Divisional Controller team, with personnel in across Canada.  The successful applicant will support the day-to-day finance functions in accordance with corporate requirements.   

HUB offers competitive compensation packages, advancement opportunities, great culture and the flexibility of working 2 days a week from home and 3 days in our offices, subject to change based on corporate guidance, making this a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate.   The successful applicant will be head quartered out of the Woodbridge, Oakville, or Windsor ONTARIO area.

The primary responsibilities include:

  • Perform all trade accounts receivable and ensure they are posted and collected in a timely manner.

  • Perform all premium and broker payables and ensure they are paid in a timely manner.

  • Perform all clients’ return payments in a timely manner

  • Perform regular reconciliations to ensure accurate financial statement reporting. 

  • Investigate all aged balances and work collaboratively with other departments to resolve.

  • Daily review and verify information in reports to ensure accuracy.

  • Research, identify, and communicate key variances relating to financial and operational metrics

  • Perform month close and tie out to supporting month end reports

  • Work cross-functionally with other departments for all financial matters.

  • Maintain up to date records of finance in all finance systems. 

  • Act as a liaison between various teams to facilitate any issues requiring resolution.

  • Be an integral team member by providing support where needed.

  • Provide ad-hoc financial and operational analysis to support business decisions

  • Improve upon existing and implement new reporting as requested by management

  • Various other assignments, as required

Position Requirements

  • Accounting courses, or bookkeeping experience considered an asset

  • 1-2 years of relevant professional experience

  • Advanced MS Excel skills, with ability to analyze data

  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities

  • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • High degree of accuracy with a good eye for detail

JOIN OUR TEAM

Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on helping our leaders maximize the potential of their employees.

The expected salary range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. If you believe that your qualifications and experience surpass the minimum requirements for this role, we encourage you to submit your application. By doing so, we will be able to keep your application on file for consideration for potential future positions within our organization. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include extended health benefits, disability insurance, RRSP matching, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, and commissions for some positions.

Department Accounting & Finance

Required Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience

Required Travel: No Travel Required

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Skills Required

  • Accounting courses or bookkeeping experience
  • 1-2 years of relevant professional experience
  • Advanced MS Excel skills with ability to analyze data
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • High degree of accuracy with a good eye for detail

HUB International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about HUB International and has not been reviewed or approved by HUB International.

  • Flexible Benefits Flexible spending accounts and pre-tax commuter programs are available, alongside a broad menu of voluntary options such as legal plans, accident coverage, and group auto/home insurance.
  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage are offered with multiple medical plan options, complemented by life and disability coverage and a dedicated wellbeing program with activities and tools.
  • Retirement Support A retirement savings plan is provided with a discretionary company match and access to financial planning assistance tools.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
10,055 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Hi, we’re HUB. We advise businesses and individuals on how to reach their goals. When you partner with us, you’re at the center of a vast network of risk, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management specialists that bring clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and unrelenting advocacy. So you’re ready for tomorrow. About Hub International Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hub International Limited (Hub) is a leading full-service global insurance broker providing property and casualty, life and health, employee benefits, investment and risk management products and services. From offices located throughout North America, Hub’s vast network of specialists provides peace of mind on what matters most by protecting clients through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions.

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