Account Executive, Insurance Management - Halifax - Artex

Description

Introduction

At Artex, we reimagine what risk management can be and we do it with bold thinking, deep expertise, and an unwavering belief in what's possible. As part of our global team, you'll help clients navigate complex risks through creative, forward-looking solutions that go beyond the expected. This is a place where innovation is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and no two days look the same. We're a community of confidently curious problem-solvers, opportunity seizers, and collaborative thinkers, working together to challenge convention and shape the future of our industry. Here, you'll be supported to explore your potential, grow your expertise, and make a meaningful impact on a global scale.  
Overview

Artex is one of the world's fastest growing and most diverse insurance managers and fund administrators. With more than 800 employees in over 16 worldwide locations, our employees work together to conceive, design and manage alternative risk transfer solutions that help our clients manage today's challenges and tomorrow's opportunities.

How you'll make an impact

Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President, Insurance Management within Artex Capital Solutions ("ACS"), the Account Executive, Insurance Management, will have responsibility for providing all aspects of the day-to-day management services to a portfolio of insurance linked security entities.

• Provide accounting and administrative services to a portfolio of insurance linked security entities.
• Monitor client's compliance, in conjunction with the AVP and the compliance team with relevant laws and regulations and ensure any issue is escalated in a timely manner.
• Draft management accounts and IFRS/GAAP financial statements.
• Coordination and preparation of all regulatory filings.
• Liaise with client personnel and service providers.
• Prepare meeting materials and make presentations at client meetings.
• Follow all policies and procedures in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and internal risk control standards. Assisting the Compliance Officer with remedial actions for non-compliance occurrences.
• Contribute to the achievement of specific Dominant Priorities and the strategic direction of the company.
• Assist with development and monitoring of internal systems to ensure their effectiveness.
• Enhance your knowledge of the industry through participation in industry related educational opportunities.
• Lead and contribute to other projects as assigned.

About You

• An accounting designation (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA).
• At least 18 months recent (re)insurance experience in a financial reporting, accounting or auditing role with a (re)insurer, Insurance Manager or audit firm.

Preferred: 

• Knowledge of the Bermuda regulatory environment would be advantageous.
• Detailed knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP including an excellent understanding of insurance and investment accounting standards.
• Strong financial reporting and analytical skills.
• Advanced computer literacy skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Motivated individual who is deadline driven and committed to delivering an excellent level of client service.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.

Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Flexible medical & dental coverage to meet your household's needs
• Life, Dependent Life and AD & D Insurance options
• Retirement savings including RRSP including a company match, TFSA, pension and more
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Other benefits include:

• Educational expense reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Discounted gym membership (GoodLife Fitness)
• Opportunity for flexible work arrangements
• Paid sick days & personal days
• Employee education recognition program
• Employee referral bonus program

We value inclusion and diversity

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess or select applications for a position within Gallagher. Gallagher's AI tool is used to assist in collecting information from the candidate, ask screening questions, and schedule interviews. However, the AI tool does not make any decisions with respect to any of the information, other than identifying candidates who may meet certain pre-determined qualifications.