Accounting Manager

Accounting Full Time Toronto, ON Hybrid $80,000 - $90,000 CAD per year

PROLINK—Canada’s Insurance Connection is an independent insurance brokerage. We have been in business since 1982, operating on the principles of integrity, honesty and caring. We provide tailor‑made risk management and insurance solutions to Professional Associations and Affinity Groups, Canadian enterprises, small businesses, and individuals. We are laser‑focused on simplifying traditional insurance transactions by building intuitive and engaging digital experiences.

Our goal is to help our clients feel confident in the decisions, secure that we will be there for any urgent need, and connected to PROLINK as their trusted insurance resource. By nurturing one‑on‑one relationships with our clients, we have built a reputation as valued advisors and advocates nationwide.

We are looking for a self‑driven and professional Accounting Manager; someone who will be laser focused on enabling the successful and profitable growth of the business; a person who will actively contribute with a “seat at the table”: a high performance, driven and dynamic professional who:

• Will view business as their own, creating and pursuing initiatives to drive success;
• Loves data, systems, analysis and the process of distilling the data into actionable and insightful information;
• Is unquestionably a great listener, strategic thinker, and possesses a consultative orientation;
• Enjoys developing trusted relationships with bankers, external accountants, lawyers, auditors and CRA;
• Has experience acquiring and onboarding minor enhancements to the business ranging from a producer and a book of business to small brokerages and businesses complimentary to our own client and sectoral focus;
• Is obsessed by accuracy and attention to detail;
• Has an unwavering moral compass, always does the right thing in a reliable way, and treats all fairly and respectfully.

To be seriously considered for this role you must meet the following requirements:

Accounting Designation (CPA completed or in progress required)

• Minimum 3+ of progressive accounting experience, including experience within an insurance brokerage environment;
• Hands‑on experience and strong proficiency with Vertafore SIG and/or Applied Epic accounting system;
• Solid understanding of regulatory and reporting requirements applicable to the insurance brokerage industry;
• Demonstrated ability to execute detailed accounting work while providing effective leadership;
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including application of GAAP and ASPE;
• Experience preparing Financial Statement Consolidation and year‑end reporting;
• Knowledge of automated/manual and financial accounting, reporting and control systems;
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, lookups, conditional formulas, and financial modelling and analysis;
• Ability to work with the highest level of diplomacy and confidentiality.

Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with managing all accounting functions, including general ledger, month‑end and year‑end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting;
• Actively perform and review day‑to‑day accounting activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness;
• Assist in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and appropriately classified;
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (ASPE), insurance regulatory requirements, and internal control standards;
• Understand the internal customer in order to recommend and implement new management financial tools and reports;
• Assist with the development of financial planning, modelling and forecasting;
• Preparing for and participating in annual financial statement preparation as well as any government or client audits;
• Support the preparation of materials for board meetings;
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team through hands‑on coaching, guidance, and example;
• Identify skill gaps and implement targeted training to strengthen technical expertise and operational effectiveness.

• Enjoy a competitive compensation package;
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