Accounting & Administrative Officer (Barbados Entity)

General Accident Insurance Company (Trinidad and Tobago) Limited•Farmington Hills, MI

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About The Position

The Accounting & Administrative Officer will provide comprehensive finance and operational support to the Barbados entity. This role requires a multi-skilled individual capable of handling a wide range of responsibilities including data entry, reconciliation, reporting, general ledger reviews, payments processing, and administrative support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently in a fast-paced insurance environment.

Requirements

ACCA Level 1 (or equivalent); or currently pursuing ACCA.
Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in accounting, preferably in insurance or financial services.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, and ownership of tasks.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of IFRS and insurance regulatory requirements (an asset).

Responsibilities

Enter all financial transactions accurately and timely into the accounting system.
Prepare journals, adjustments, and accrual entries as required.
Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all entries.
Review general ledger accounts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting policies.
Prepare bank reconciliations and other control account reviews.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Prepare monthly financial reports for internal and group reporting purposes.
Assist with regulatory reporting requirements relevant to the Barbados insurance business.
Support month-end and year-end close activities for the entity.
Prepare and process supplier payments, commissions, claims, and other disbursements.
Maintain proper supporting documentation for all payments.
Ensure adherence to internal approval controls and payment timelines
Support audit requests, both internal and external, by preparing required schedules and documentation.
Maintain filing systems, financial records, and other administrative duties as required.