Accounts Payable Assistant
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Bermuda
Description
The successful applicant will assist with accounts payable activities and to provide general support to the Finance Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare internal and external reports, specifically including GAAP financial statements, board reports, and management accounts.
- Receive, validate, and coordinate supplier invoices including supplier statement reconciliations.
- Accurately input valid invoices into the AP system according to agreed processing timelines.
- Assist with monitoring and tracking the approval of invoices.
- Assist with preparing and coordinating payment of all approved invoices, claims, and transfers.
- Prepare cash books and bank reconciliations and monitor bank activities.
- Assist with reconciling cash receipts in the underwriting system.
- Assist with preparing prepayments and accruals for month end reporting.
- Assist with maintaining the fixed assets register.
- Support the preparation of management accounts as required.
- Attend and actively in team meetings .
- As required, assist with ad hoc projects and research work to support the finance team.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- High School completion is required, an Associate’s degree would be advantageous.
- No formal accounting qualification required, but relevant experience is preferable.
- Progress towards obtaining an accounting designation will be encouraged and supported.
- Previous experience with Great Plains would be an asset.
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite applications and good Excel skills are required.
- Strong interpersonal and teaming skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and flexibility to work beyond regular office hours as needed to meet business demands.
The Lancashire Way
At Lancashire, we believe our culture sets us apart. The way we behave and approach our work day-to-day is what makes us unique and creates a positive experience for our people, business partners and other stakeholders. Honesty and integrity in all we do is a given and The Lancashire Way reflects our true character and spirit.
Straight-talkingWe feel empowered to share thoughts and ideas, because everyone’s voice matters.
CollaborativeWe work together towards common goals, share knowledge and support each other.
Hard-workingWe all have a stake in the company’s success and are proactive in contributing to our goals and vision.
ResponsibleWe focus on achieving tangible results with consistent standards across the Group.
PositiveWe engage with brokers, clients, communities, stakeholders and colleagues professionally and passionately as proud ambassadors of Lancashire.
