Job Description

Introduction

Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you're close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

The Gallagher Caribbean Group has offices spread across 10 Caribbean territories and has a vacancy for

an Accounting Associate

at its

Barbados

office. The incumbent will have responsibility for supporting the accounting functions of the Finance team. Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to (a) managing and processing transactions related to clients' insurance policies ensuring accurate record-keeping within the EPIC system; (b) preparing client receipts for both in-person and online transactions; (c) reconciling daily physical cheques and credit card batches with system receipt batches, and preparing bank deposits; (d) reconciling monthly insurer statements, in addition to flagging and remittance preparation of insurer payments, (e) preparing journal entries; (f) generating unapplied cash reports and (g) lending support to the Accounting Technicians as required.

How you'll make an impact

Familiarity with Accounting Principles and financial practices sufficient to carry out job function Knowledge of international accounting reporting standards Excellent oral and written communication skills Effective organization and time management skills with ability to meet tight deadlines Strong customer service skills Ability to work well with teams Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy Attention to detail Ability to maintain high levels of tact, discretion and confidentiality Problem solving skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint

About you

University degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline At least 2 years' experience within an accounting environment

We value inclusion and diversity

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.

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.