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Technical Accountant - Claims Handler We care for humankind – and that starts with our people Our greatest strength lies not in what we do – but how we do it. It’s the unique individual behind every piece of work who matters the most. Our people make Munich Re a global success. Working at Munich Re gives us access to the depth, breadth, and mindset we want in order to develop our full potential. That’s why a career at Munich Re is much more than just a job. It’s an invitation to be your very best and make a positive impact on the world. Overview Do you enjoy building relationships and working collaboratively in a team environment with both internal, external and global stakeholders? The Finance department is hiring a Claims Handler in Toronto who will be responsible for the processing of Property and Casualty claims triggered by treaty and facultative business. Your job Key Accountabilities Claims Handling Tasks: • Check of coverage against contractual metrics, validation of correct calculation, evaluation of payments for single losses and their authorization according to individual authority level. • Processing of run-off losses including commutation if applicable. • Process claims via the B2B workflow tools within the agreed speed and quality standards. • Collaborate with various stakeholders, especially Claims Management and Technical Accountants Key Accountabilities Technical Accounting Tasks: • Review policy documents, analyze data and investigate discrepancies to clear aged accounts receivables/payables. • Review, reconcile and post clients’ premiums, claims and commissions bordereaux for Managing General Agents, Brokers and Clients. • Review and rebook technical items and claims for settlement within specified time frame. • Responsible for setting up new and renewed treaties in technical accounting systems and quality assurance against contract wordings. • Monitor department inbox and respond to clients (internal/external) queries. • Monitor the plausibility of forecasts and update prognosis and estimates collectively with underwriters • Reconcile balances to client reports and individual items for internal matching • Post special reserves, contingent commissions and late adjustments • Prepare monthly/quarterly reconciliation reports and other ad hoc reports • Ensure any assigned system interfaces are reconciled and of high quality General Tasks: • Develop effective relationships with other teams and departments for continuous collaboration. • Ensure global processes are adhered to and keep up to date with business developments to ensure effective and efficient procedures. Your profile Required Education • University or College; • Basic knowledge of (re)insurance • Ongoing upgrading of PC Skills and Accounting knowledge Preferred Experience • Knowledge of Windows and MS Office applications • 2 years of accounting experience • Working knowledge of SAP desired Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Aptitude for figures and strong analytical skills • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines • Attention to detail and accuracy • Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills • Effectively work in a team environment and on an individual basis • Proficiency in Excel In addition to an exciting job opportunity, we offer the following: • Exposure to challenging projects and development opportunities to grow your skills and career with both local and global colleagues and partners are available. • A comprehensive total rewards financial program which includes extensive flexible benefits and pension. • A hybrid work environment in an inspiring physical workplace setting. • Educational Assistance Programs that continue to recognize your on-going success. Click on the link to apply… Munich Re/Temple Insurance is committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive and free of employment barriers and discrimination. Accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. If you receive a request for an interview and you have a disability which will require an accommodation to support your participation, please contact [email protected] as soon as practical so that suitable accommodations can be arranged. Our base salary range for this role is between $59,000 and $77,000 per year, plus an opportunity for an annual company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay. The salary estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for candidates hired in this position. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to internal equity. This role is located in our Toronto office on 390 Bay St, and we operate in a hybrid work model. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. We do not use AI in our recruitment process - applications are reviewed by our team to ensure a fair and personalized experience.

What you’ll do

The role involves processing Property and Casualty claims and managing technical accounting tasks such as reconciling premiums and commissions. It also requires maintaining treaty setups in accounting systems and collaborating with global stakeholders.

Requirements

Candidates need a university or college degree and approximately 2 years of accounting experience, preferably with SAP knowledge. Basic understanding of (re)insurance and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, are required.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits • Pension • Educational Assistance Programs

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Claims Handling
• Technical Accounting
• SAP
• Microsoft Excel
• Analytical Skills
• Reconciliation
• Bordereaux Processing
• Financial Reporting
• Communication
• Time Management
• Attention To Detail
• Insurance Knowledge

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting