Assistant Accountant II (Payable) at ICBL in Bridgetown, Barbados, BB

ICBL is Barbados’ largest general insurance provider, writing business in all areas of general insurance including, Property, Liability, Accident, Motor, Marine, Aviation and Transit Insurance. ICBL also offers insurance coverage for Individual and Group Life, Individual and Group Health, Annuities and Individual and Group Pensions.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the permanent position of Assistant Accountant II (Payable), in the Finance Business Unit. The position is at the level of Grade 5 in the Company’s compensation structure and will report to the Senior Manager - Financial Reporting & Controls or designate.

Main Areas of Responsibility:

1. Invoice Processing
• Reviews, codes and posts supplier invoices (including brokers, reinsurers, and claims vendors) in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (e.g., SAGE).
• Matches invoices to purchase orders/contracts and verifies approvals and supporting documentation.

2. Payments
• Prepares Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)/cheque payment runs and ensures proper authorization is obtained.
• Manages urgent and exception payments, including claims-related vendor payments.

3. Reconciliations
• Performs vendor statement reconciliations and resolves discrepancies promptly.
• Assists with bank and accounts payable subledger reconciliations, ensuring accounts payable close within three (3) business days.

4. Claims & Insurance-Specific Responsibilities
• Coordinates with the Claims Business Unit regarding approved settlements and related vendor invoices.
• Tracks and processes reinsurance payables and broker commissions, where applicable.

5. Controls & Compliance
• Enforces accounts payable policies, approval matrices and audit trail requirements.
• Maintains proper documentation to support regulatory and audit requirements.

6. Month-End Close
• Prepares accruals for unbilled expenses and ensures all invoices are captured accurately.
• Supports the preparation of schedules and reports for the Financial Reporting team.

7. Vendor Management
• Sets up and maintains vendor master data, including Know Your Customer (KYC) and banking details.
• Responds to vendor queries and maintains positive vendor relationships.

8. Process Improvement
• Identifies opportunities for automation and process efficiency improvements, including invoice workflow enhancements.

• Performs other related duties as assigned and necessary for the advancement of the Insurance Corporation of Barbados Limited.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Associate degree or certification in Accounting/Finance.
• 1-3 years Accounts Payables experience (insurance or financial services environments preferred).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAGE or similar).  
• Attention to detail, the ability to cope with several tasks simultaneously and be deadline oriented.
• Understanding of insurance flows (claims, reinsurance, commissions).
• Good communication and stakeholder management.
• Time management and ability to meet tight close timelines.
• Integrity and adherence to controls.
• Has excellent initiative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to keep confidential, all Financial and Company information to protect the Company’s interest.

Compensation

A competitive remuneration package will be offered in accordance with qualifications and experience.

 

Deadline Date for Applications

 

Friday, May 22, 2026