Senior Accountant

We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team.

The Senior Accountant performs more complex accounting activities in accordance with accounting principles and financial reporting standards (IFRS) to ensure reporting is accurate and complies with all relevant regulations, laws and reporting requirements for a nationally regulated financial institution. This position takes on a leadership role by being a subject matter expert in one or more technical areas and a mentor to junior accounting staff. This position also acts as an advisor to the business on accounting related matters.

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

• Accounting: Prepares financial statements in accordance with IFRS; reconciles more complex accounts and checks the accuracy of journal entries to ensure general ledger is accurate and complete; checks and analyzes financial information and prepares more complex reports, trend analysis and accounting statements to provide senior management with accurate and timely information for decision making; runs the month end process meeting established timelines; provides technical accounting advice within area of expertise; coaches less experienced accounting staff; and runs projects independently with little manager oversight.
  

• Compliance: Provides analytical review of journal entries, reconciliations and accounting variances, ensuring compliance with accounting framework in accordance with internal control environment; prepares and maintains monthly working paper files to support financial statements and the external audit; works with internal stakeholders on variances, advising on corrective action; and documents processes and accounting policies.
  

• Stakeholder Relations: Participates in professional networks and builds collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders; may be required to attend board/senior leadership team meetings; provides specialized educational briefings to all levels of the organization; and participates in organization wide projects representing Finance/Accounting.
  

• External Audit: Participates in the year end external audit process including the preparation and analysis of working papers and the preparation of consolidated financial statements and note disclosures; under the direction of their Manager, ensures all supporting documentation is prepared for auditors in accordance with the audit schedule; prepares technical accounting position papers in accordance with IFRS for auditor’s reviews and defends accounting positions to auditors; and investigates and prepares responses to auditor queries.
  

• Industry Knowledge: Maintains a thorough understanding of complex accounting, including treasury, tax and payroll; maintains knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS); researches and interprets accounting standards on specific issues, prepares accounting position papers; leads the implementation of new accounting standards (IFRS); maintains a thorough understanding of accountabilities of operational accounting; and takes on these areas as required.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or in a related field required
• CPA required
• 5 years’ experience in an accounting role required
• Experience within a financial institution is an asset
• Oracle experience is an asset
• Ability to perform complex tasks with little or no supervision; comfortable working in a fast-paced setting where meeting time-sensitive deadlines is required
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team environment
• Proven ability and maturity to quickly establish and garner trust, respect and credibility organization-wide
• Proficient with computer software applications e.g. MSOffice, advanced Excel skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting theory and IFRS standard, with the ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting guidance
• Working knowledge of taxation
• Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.

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, access to LinkedIn Learning, and reimbursement for external courses to help you get ahead.

Take the next step in your career as part of our team. Apply for this opportunity!

Candidates, please note: if you are being considered for this role, you will be required to complete a background check, such as employment verification, credit check and criminal record check.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

At Tru Cooperative Bank, we embrace diversity regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, race, ethnicity, age, diverse ability, and any aspect that makes someone unique. Inclusion is woven through our organization, from our employee-led network groups, hiring practices and education programs that address barriers and continually grow our equitable, diverse and inclusive culture.

We encourage people who are from equity-deserving groups to apply for a career with us, including women or non-binary people, persons with diverse abilities, Black, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If an accommodation would help you during the process of applying or interviewing for a career with us, please let us know how we can assist you, whether it’s preparing materials in an alternate format, booking an accessible meeting room or other arrangement.

Your individuality is welcome here.

About Us

We’re a financial cooperative that does things differently. We provide time-tested advice that helps our members feel optimistic about their future, and we offer comprehensive banking solutions that enable people to confidently reach their goals. With the financial strength and extended branch network of a large financial institution, we maintain local connections to our communities and take a unique grassroots approach to service. Our more than 250,000 members and approximately 1,250 employees operate from 45 branches throughout the province of BC, under the Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial brands. Visit firstwestcu.ca for more information on Tru Cooperative Bank.

Please know we appreciate your interest in us but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.