Vice President, Insurance Management (Financial Reporting)

Gallagher; Halifax; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Halifax seeks a Vice President, Insurance Management, responsible for client relationships and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of (re)insurance experience, an accounting designation, and expertise in financial reporting. Competitive salary and benefits including flexible medical coverage, retirement savings plans, and educational reimbursements are offered.

Benefits

Flexible medical & dental coverage

Retirement savings with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ recent (re)insurance experience in financial reporting, accounting, or auditing role.
• 2 years of demonstrable people management experience preferred.
• Significant knowledge of the Bermuda insurance market and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for clients and lead service delivery.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements for clients.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Skills

Strong financial reporting and analytical skills

Advanced computer literacy skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP

People management experience

Ability to manage teams and multitask

Education

Accounting designation (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA)

Job description

Introduction

At Artex, we reimagine what risk management can be and we do it with bold thinking, deep expertise, and an unwavering belief in what’s possible. As part of our global team, you’ll help clients navigate complex risks through creative, forward‑looking solutions that go beyond the expected. This is a place where innovation is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and no two days look the same. We’re a community of confidently curious problem‑solvers, opportunity seizers, and collaborative thinkers, working together to challenge convention and shape the future of our industry. Here, you’ll be supported to explore your potential, grow your expertise, and make a meaningful impact on a global scale.

Overview

Reporting directly to the Client Service Director within Artex Capital Solutions, the Vice President, Insurance Management will have responsibility for client business relationships and will lead a team focused on all aspects of the provision of client services to a portfolio of insurance linked security entities.

How you’ll make an impact

• Act as the primary contact for clients and take the lead on client service delivery and relationship building
• Identify and proactively provide/suggest solutions to client service issues or technical queries
• Coordination of collateralized reinsurance transformer process
• Ensuring ILS‑related insurance vehicles comply with all contractual obligations, including interest and dividend payments and provision of required information
• Oversight of the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements
• Perform a review function on specific client working paper files, management accounts and IFRS/GAAP financial statements
• Monitoring compliance with clients’ obligations and controls as well as all applicable laws, regulations and statutory filing requirements
• Coordination and management of audit process
• Interaction with client personnel and service providers
• Assisting with proposal and marketing activities
• Review meeting materials and make presentations at client meetings
• Assist with the development and maintenance of client service systems and procedures, identifying efficiencies and cost control opportunities
• Manage and develop the team through effective delegation, communication, performance management, individual development plans and reward/recognition practices
• Provide mentoring, coaching, technical support and training to the team
• Monitor staff performance, providing training and motivation, and periodically review processes and procedures
• Other responsibilities as needed to ensure quality client service

About you

• An accounting designation (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA).
• At least 5 years’ recent (re)insurance experience in a financial reporting, accounting or auditing role with a (re)insurer, Insurance Manager or audit firm including 3 years’ experience of post‑qualifying experience.
• 2 years of demonstrable people management experience, preferred.
• Significant knowledge of the Bermuda insurance market and regulatory environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP including an excellent understanding of insurance and investment accounting standards.
• Strong financial reporting and analytical skills.
• Advanced computer literacy skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience and current working knowledge of reporting from general ledger systems.
• Ability to manage teams, multi‑task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Highly motivated individual who is deadline driven and committed to delivering an excellent level of client service.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.

Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Flexible medical & dental coverage to meet your household's needs
• Life, Dependent Life and AD & D Insurance options
• Retirement savings including RRSP including a company match, TFSA, pension and more
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Other benefits include:

• Educational expense reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Discounted gym membership (GoodLife Fitness)
• Opportunity for flexible work arrangements
• Paid sick days & personal days
• Employee education recognition program
• Employee referral bonus program

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities on request.