Corporate Accountant Collaboration Centre Job Langley area,BC Canada,Accounting

Position: Corporate Accountant I Collaboration Centre)

We are currently seeking a Corporate Accountant I to join our team.

The Corporate Accountant is accountable to perform accounting functions, including journal entries and reconciliations, maintaining consistency and quality of accounting processes, contributing to accurate financial statement information, and preparing financial information for reporting purposes.

Here’s what would be included as a part of your typical day

Accounting
:
Assists leadership with completing accounting processes to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures; performs accounting activities to support the production of accurate financial reports in accordance with established timelines; prepares complex accounting transactions relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger; reviews data received to determine the appropriate journal entries; and provides feedback on improvements to accounting processes .

Reconciliations
:
Prepares standard and complex general ledger reconciliations within established deadlines, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, completeness, and quality of financial information.

Compliance
:
Reviews accounting variances, ensuring adequate support and documentation; prepares and maintains monthly working paper files to support financial statements and the external audit; and communicates with stakeholders on variances, advising on corrective action.

Reports
:
Prepares specialized reports for internal and external parties.

Stakeholder
Relations
:
Participates in organizational projects; provides technical accounting advice within area of expertise staff to explain reports and manage their financial responsibilities.

Leadership/ Professional Development
:
Maintains knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Is enrolled in the CPA program and maintain experience requirements.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting required; working towards CPA is preferred

2 years experience in an accounting role is required

Experience in a Financial Institution or a service organization is an asset

Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy

Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Proficient interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing

Proven organizational skills, including balancing multiple responsibilities and effectively meeting deadlines

Working knowledge of accounting standards

Proficient with computer software applications . MS Office, with superior skills in Excel

Experience working with GL systems is preferred

Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.


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