Accounting Clerk (Remote First)

Job title: Accounting Clerk (Remote First)

Company: Zensurance

Job description: About Us:Zensurance is redefining commercial insurance for Canadian businesses.As a leading InsurTech, we make getting the right coverage simple, fast, and accessible through a digital-first experience. Our platform combines advanced technology with deep industry expertise to deliver tailored insurance solutions that help businesses thrive.Zensurance has been recognized for its rapid growth and industry impact:At Zensurance, we value ownership, collaboration, and innovation. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges, challenging the status quo, and making a real impact in an industry ready for change.If you’re looking to build something meaningful in a fast-growing, customer-focused company, we’d love to hear from you!Our Finance team at Zensurance is a huge part of what keeps us running smoothly! They’re essential for making sure we report accurately and on time to everyone from regulators to vendors and for payroll.As our Accounting Clerk, you’ll be a key player on this team, tackling tasks that support our financial reporting and analysis.You’ll report directly to our Director of Finance, working closely with our Finance Analysts and other clerks. You’ll dive into the day-to-day of financial reporting and analysis, which includes everything from full-cycle month-end accounting to budgeting and AP/AR reporting. You’ll also chip in on our weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports, and help us keep an eye on all our financial processes. You’ll get to work with folks across Zensurance and even interact with external partners and clients.Please note, this is a 1-year contract role. \nResponsibilities:

• Keeping our trust and operating ledgers in tip-top shape, including handling journal entries (like accrued liabilities and expenses).
• Lending a hand with our monthly, weekly, and quarterly reporting.
• Helping out with all credit card reconciliations every week and month.
• Reviewing and assisting with accounts payable and receivable.
• Processing and reviewing all bank requisitions.
• Teaming up to maintain various reporting dashboards using Excel.
• Using SAP to review and maintain financial data and create reports.
• Keeping our balance sheet reconciliations spot-on.
• Monitoring cash needs and preparing monthly cash forecasts.
• Spotting reporting and financial trends and suggesting awesome improvements.
• Helping with procurement and issuing virtual credit cards.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, like a Staff Accountant or Accounting Clerk.
• You’ll need to know your way around ASPE or IFRS.
• Intermediate to high-level Excel skills are a must.
• Bonus points if you’ve used SAP.
• It’s a plus if you’re familiar with GSuite and Salesforce.
• You’re great at communicating clearly with different people.
• You’re a team player and can work well with others.
• You’ve got a knack for prioritizing and organizing multiple tasks like a pro.

\nBenefits & Perks at Zensurance:At Zensurance, we know that when our people thrive, so does our business. That’s why we offer a flexible, people-first work environment designed to support your well-being, growth, and success. Work Your Way

• Remote-first setup for added flexibility

• Home office allowance to create a comfortable workspace

• Top-tier tech: “Office in a box” with all necessary tech equipment

• Half days before public holidays: Enjoy half days before long weekends

Your Health, Your Way

• Flexible health and dental plans for families, including mental health support

• Health & personal spending accounts to invest in wellness your way

• Parental leave top-up, because family comes first

Investing in Your Growth

• Education assistance reimbursement for courses, conferences, books, and memberships

• Opportunities to learn from industry experts and grow your career

Staying Connected

• Weekly Friday huddles to share updates and connect across teams

• Virtual & in-person team-building events to strengthen our culture

We’re building something special. Come be a part of it!Who We Are:Business is hard work, but insurance doesn’t have to be!We empower business owners with simple, tech-driven insurance solutions through our online platform.Our success is fueled by our team-oriented culture and four core values:DELIVER – We set ambitious goals and achieve them.INCLUDE – We foster an open and safe space for all.INTEGRITY – We do what’s right.INVENT – We create straightforward, innovative solutions.AI Tools and Your Interview:We know AI is a valuable tool, and you’re welcome to use it to prepare for your interview. However, please don’t use AI assistants during the live interview itself. We want to have an authentic conversation with you, and using AI during the interview could affect our evaluation of your suitability for the role.Just so you know, we use an AI scribe to help us take notes and review interviews, ensuring a fair and clear process.Diversity & Inclusion:Zensurance celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you need support, let us know, we’re here to help.Thank You!We review every application with care to find the best fit for our team.While we may take a little time to get back to you due to the high volume of applications we receive, know that a real human (not a bot!) is reviewing yours. We appreciate your patience and can’t wait to learn more about you!

Expected salary:

Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Tue, 10 Jun 2025 03:40:21 GMT

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