Accounting Officer - Insurance Accounting

Job Title: Accounting Officer Insurance Accounting
Job Level: Full-Time
Job Type: Contract (Renewable)
Location: Kingston, Jamaica (In-Person)

Core Functions:

• Provide accounting support to the Insurance Accounting team, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions related to insurance operations.
  
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for insurance entities in accordance with IFRS and internal reporting standards.
  
• Maintain general ledger accounts and perform reconciliations for insurance-related balances including premiums, commissions, claims, and reinsurance.
  
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process through data collection and variance analysis.
  
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, brokers, reinsurers) to facilitate financial and operational reporting requirements.
  
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of effective internal controls within the insurance accounting function.
  

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized tertiary institution.
  
• Pursuing ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is an asset.
  
• Minimum of two (2) - three (3) years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector.
  

Specialized Skills, Techniques/Learned Disciplines:

• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
  
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
  
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in preparing financial data.
  
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet critical deadlines.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide meaningful insights.
  

Special Conditions Associated With the Job:

• Normal office environment.
  
• Required to meet frequent deadlines and handle multiple priorities.