Supervisor, Accounting

We're Sandbox, a mutual insurance company built on the principles of creating, learning, growing, and having fun doing it. We've been around for over a century now, with a focus on one thing:

Delightfully Simple Insurance.

Sandbox is inclusive, engaging, and growing incredibly fast, so working with us is actually exciting! If you're ready for the next step in your career, join the Sandbox team!

As our Supervisor, Accounting, you'll lead and support the day-to-day operations of the Accounting department while providing expertise, guidance, and strategic insight that helps drive the success of Sandbox. You'll build and develop a high-performing team, optimize processes, and ensure the delivery of accurate financial reporting and exceptional internal and external customer service.

WHY YOU'LL WANT TO BUILD WITH US

Well, because Sandbox really is a sandbox, a giant playground for grown-ups who want to laugh, be creative, work dynamically, and take on new opportunities. No matter who you are, Sandbox is an extraordinarily welcoming and giving place! Like, extra-extraordinarily. And it's all because of our people.

On top of our incredible culture and amazing people, we also offer a bunch of awesome perks, like:

• Payday Perks: Competitive annual salary!
• Level Up: Tons of opportunities for professional development, on us
• Health & Wellness: Great benefits for you and your family, including dental and extended health benefits
• Vacation Goals: Annual paid vacation time, so you don't have to put your travel dreams on hold
• Best of Both Worlds: A hybrid work program, when applicable
• Bonus Days: A paid Earned Day Off (EDO) every three weeks. That's like 17 extra vacation days a year!
• Parking: Free electrified parking at our head office
• Community Care: Two paid days a year to volunteer for causes that matter to you (on company time!)
• Ride into the Sunset: DC pension plan, and what's even better, we match 6% of contributions

DIVE IN AND MAKE A SPLASH EVERY DAY, BY:

• Leading the day-to-day operations of the Accounting department while supporting a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Providing guidance, coaching, training, and performance support to Accounting team members.
• Overseeing general accounting functions, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, regulatory reporting, and financial statements.
• Supervising month-end and year-end processes while coordinating with auditors, actuaries, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitoring cash flow, maintaining banking relationships, and supporting sound financial management practices.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiencies, and strengthen customer service within the department.
• Contributing to strategic projects and acting as a subject matter expert to support company goals and initiatives.
• Building strong relationships across the organization and helping foster a positive, people-first culture.

WHAT YOU BRING TO SANDBOX:

• Accounting Expert: Professional accounting designation required.
• Experience Counts: Five (5) or more years of accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Financial Acumen: Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, auditing practices, financial reporting, investments, and capital markets.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to analyze complex situations, solve problems, and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• People Leader: Proven ability to motivate, coach, develop, and support employees while building effective teams.
• Master Communicator: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
• Technology Savvy: Strong understanding of accounting systems, reporting tools, and process improvement opportunities.
• Insurance Knowledge: Knowledge of insurance operations, reinsurance, underwriting, or claims is considered an asset.

COME OUT TO PLAY

Serious about fun? So are we. Apply now and help lead our Accounting team while making a meaningful impact across Sandbox.

We thank all interested candidates; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.