Top Benefits
About the role
About Portage Mutual: Where Your Talent Makes a Difference
Imagine a workplace where your contributions are not only valued but also directly impact the lives of Canadians. At Portage Mutual Insurance, we’re more than just a trusted national property and casualty insurer—we’re a community of passionate individuals dedicated to serving our policyholders since 1884. Owned by our policyholders, we proudly offer competitive home, auto, commercial, and farm insurance products 100% through our broker network across Canada. Join a company rooted in tradition, driven by innovation, and powered by a people-first culture.
Grow Your Skills as an Accounting Technician at Portage Mutual Insurance
As an Accounting Technician, you’ll provide financial and administrative support for the Company by:
- Maintaining regular accounting duties for payables.
- Ensure all incoming invoices are processed and paid.
- Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting team on financial and regulatory reporting.
We're looking for a detail-oriented, enthusiastic team player who embodies our company values and is committed to providing top-notch service.
What You’ll Do:
- Process all incoming invoices including employee expenses in an accurate, efficient and timely manner including verifying that the proper approval has been received.
- Process outgoing invoice and employee payments using one of three payment methods (cheque, bill pay or EFT).
- Investigate discrepancies on vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
- Monitor the Accounts Payable email and physical in-bin.
- Perform weekly reconciliation of bank transactions to ensure transactions posted to the ledger reconcile to the actual bank balance. This includes following up on any discrepancies both in the ledger and the bank balance.
- Provide financial and administrative support to the Accounts Department including processing refund cheques, cheque requisitions, broker updates and taking daily deposits to the bank.
- Assist in the completion of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Assist in the completion of year end documentation for the company.
What You’ll Bring:
- Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and TEAMS) with the ability to learn new or updated software.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Accuracy is an important attribute in this position.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and is self-motivated to work in a fast-paced changing environment.
- Post secondary education in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or 1-2 years of experience.
What This Role Offers:
This 20-Month term offers a valuable opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on experience in a well-established Canadian insurance company.
- Contribute to a collaborative and supportive finance team.
- Develop your skills in a professional setting with exposure to accounting operations and financial reporting.
- Be a part of an organization that values integrity, accountability, and service excellence.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re seeking a rewarding opportunity with a company that values its employees and is committed to making a difference, we invite you to apply! If you have the qualifications we are seeking and would thrive in a work environment where you are valued and respected, please apply!
Portage Mutual Insurance is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process. If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation, please advise the HR representative who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Please submit your resume and cover letter!
We thank you for your interest in Portage Mutual Insurance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. (No agencies please).
About Portage Mutual Insurance
The Portage la Prairie Mutual Insurance Company was organized October 2, 1884, based on the underlying principles of security, integrity, hard work and personalized service. Over the years, we've made a lot of changes in the way we do business. We've expanded our products and services and built a reputation as one of the most responsive property and casualty insurers in Canada. But the underlying principles that guide our company -and the friendly, small town style of doing business- remain the same.
As a 100 per cent Canadian-owned mutual insurance company, the success of Portage Mutual depends upon serving policyholders with fairness, and showing genuine concern for their security. We do this by providing reasonably priced, flexible insurance products and by supporting our brokers with exemplary service.
Top Benefits
About the role
About Portage Mutual: Where Your Talent Makes a Difference
Imagine a workplace where your contributions are not only valued but also directly impact the lives of Canadians. At Portage Mutual Insurance, we’re more than just a trusted national property and casualty insurer—we’re a community of passionate individuals dedicated to serving our policyholders since 1884. Owned by our policyholders, we proudly offer competitive home, auto, commercial, and farm insurance products 100% through our broker network across Canada. Join a company rooted in tradition, driven by innovation, and powered by a people-first culture.
Grow Your Skills as an Accounting Technician at Portage Mutual Insurance
As an Accounting Technician, you’ll provide financial and administrative support for the Company by:
- Maintaining regular accounting duties for payables.
- Ensure all incoming invoices are processed and paid.
- Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting team on financial and regulatory reporting.
We're looking for a detail-oriented, enthusiastic team player who embodies our company values and is committed to providing top-notch service.
What You’ll Do:
- Process all incoming invoices including employee expenses in an accurate, efficient and timely manner including verifying that the proper approval has been received.
- Process outgoing invoice and employee payments using one of three payment methods (cheque, bill pay or EFT).
- Investigate discrepancies on vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
- Monitor the Accounts Payable email and physical in-bin.
- Perform weekly reconciliation of bank transactions to ensure transactions posted to the ledger reconcile to the actual bank balance. This includes following up on any discrepancies both in the ledger and the bank balance.
- Provide financial and administrative support to the Accounts Department including processing refund cheques, cheque requisitions, broker updates and taking daily deposits to the bank.
- Assist in the completion of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Assist in the completion of year end documentation for the company.
What You’ll Bring:
- Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and TEAMS) with the ability to learn new or updated software.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Accuracy is an important attribute in this position.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and is self-motivated to work in a fast-paced changing environment.
- Post secondary education in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or 1-2 years of experience.
What This Role Offers:
This 20-Month term offers a valuable opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on experience in a well-established Canadian insurance company.
- Contribute to a collaborative and supportive finance team.
- Develop your skills in a professional setting with exposure to accounting operations and financial reporting.
- Be a part of an organization that values integrity, accountability, and service excellence.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re seeking a rewarding opportunity with a company that values its employees and is committed to making a difference, we invite you to apply! If you have the qualifications we are seeking and would thrive in a work environment where you are valued and respected, please apply!
Portage Mutual Insurance is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process. If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodation, please advise the HR representative who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Please submit your resume and cover letter!
We thank you for your interest in Portage Mutual Insurance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. (No agencies please).
About Portage Mutual Insurance
The Portage la Prairie Mutual Insurance Company was organized October 2, 1884, based on the underlying principles of security, integrity, hard work and personalized service. Over the years, we've made a lot of changes in the way we do business. We've expanded our products and services and built a reputation as one of the most responsive property and casualty insurers in Canada. But the underlying principles that guide our company -and the friendly, small town style of doing business- remain the same.
As a 100 per cent Canadian-owned mutual insurance company, the success of Portage Mutual depends upon serving policyholders with fairness, and showing genuine concern for their security. We do this by providing reasonably priced, flexible insurance products and by supporting our brokers with exemplary service.