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JOB DESCRIPTION The Corporate Accounting team plays a key role in maintaining the financial health and integrity of First West. The team prepares and reviews general ledger reconciliations, ensures accuracy and compliance within the financial control framework, and supports the production of reliable financial statements. They investigate variances, complete time sensitive accounting activities, monitor outstanding items, and collaborate with business units across the organization to ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and complete.
As a student, you will provide administrative and project support to the department while contributing to team objectives, assisting with reconciliation tasks, documentation, reporting, and supporting continuous improvement within accounting processes. This is a full-time 4-month temporary role from beginning of May to the end of August, offering hands on experience, professional skill development, and the chance to build a strong network across First West Credit Union.
Accountabilities
Departmental Support:
Provides administrative assistance and support to your assigned department, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time. Prepares ad hoc data and reports as required.
Content & Documentation:
Updates existing documents and create new content and documentation to support departmental initiatives.
Project Work:
Participates in project assignments, collaborating with team members to achieve project goals.
Professional Development:
Connects regularly with your leader, and build your professional network in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Community Engagement:
Connects with the First West student community and take part in activities designed to enhance your experience.
Relationship Building:
Liaises and builds trusted working relationships with internal stakeholders across various departments. Collaborates with team members and leaders to support projects and initiatives, while developing your professional network within First West Credit Union.
Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or post-secondary education
Committed to developing skills and making an impact across multiple functions within a credit union, including finance, administration, and community programs
Experience with one or more Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Eagerness to learn new concepts, systems, and software quickly.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.
About Us
What’s in it for you
First, we strive to make our team members feel genuinely rewarded. You’ll have:
Mental health coverage and resources
Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle
We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package that reflects the value an individual brings to our organization. The compensation mentioned in this job posting should serve as a guide. The total cash compensation earned may vary based on a variety of factors including bonuses and/or incentives, an individual’s skills and experience, and may correlate with performance in the role.
We also provide and encourage opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful impact. After all, as a credit union we’re powered by giving back—in big ways and through small gestures. That s why we offer employees paid time off to volunteer, partner with thousands of local charities, build long-lasting relationships that help our members get ahead and commit to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.
By joining our team, you’ll be able to elevate your potential. Wherever your own purpose leads, we’re here to support you with award-winning in-house training programs,…
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