Intermediate Accountant

at  Servus Credit Union

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FULL-TIME; TEMPORARY (APPROX. 12 MONTHS)

Servus is growing! We are currently looking for an Intermediate Accountant in our Accounting Department.
Servus Credit Union is Alberta’s largest member-owned credit union, known for building strong, resilient communities by helping our members feel good about their money. One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 20 consecutive years and ranked as one of the top banks in Canada on Forbes World’s Best Banks list for two years in a row, we are a team of smart, gutsy and driven individuals.
This position interprets transactions and activities and applies IFRS guidelines to record information appropriately. The position requires initiative, working without day-to-day direction and provides backup support to others on the team. The Intermediate Accountant interprets business transactions to create information for business decision makers to assess performance and results. The Intermediate Accountant also evaluates current processes and harmonizes to create efficiencies across regional boundaries

More specifically, the scope of your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Complete assigned tasks, reconciliations, continuity schedules etc. within communicated deadlines.
• Ensure entries and reconciliations are accurate and supporting documentation is sufficient and meaningful.
• Work with a team to harmonize and streamline processes for efficiency.
• Ensure detailed work instructions to support their day-to-day operations are kept up to date.
• Participate in monthly variance analysis to investigate fluctuations in GL balances and initiate corrections as necessary.
• Assist with advanced/intermediate accounting issues and transactions. The main focus would be, but not limited to, on Leases, Fixed Assets, Intangibles, Investment property and Lessor Accounting.
• Assist with projects as requested by Accounting Management.
• Review policy documents, as requested, and provide feedback to assist with the maintenance of Accounting Policies.
• Must meet strict monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE:

• This position requires between 5 -7 years of progressive accounting experience depending on the level of education completed.
• Experience with IFRS will be an asset.
• Knowledge of Financial Institution/Credit Union/Leasing is an asset.
• A knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O is an asset.
• Strong understanding of formulas and advanced functions in Excel

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Completed Degree or Designation in Accounting or within 1 year of receiving Accounting designation or equivalent expertise.
• Relevant experience will be taken into consideration.

ANY OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:

Occasional overtime will be required, particularly during the quarter and fiscal year end.
The business may from time to time ask for branch and/or department support for special projects and/or areas experiencing staff shortages. All employees may be asked to volunteer to assist in areas of need during these times.
Most importantly, we’re looking for candidates who align with our values. We live our values in how we do business. We’re not afraid to be different – in fact, we embrace our differences. We have a spirit that motivates us to give our best service to members every day. It’s our values that attract many people to Servus – and keep them with us. We embrace our culture and heritage, and we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to the communities we serve and our efforts to build and maintain member loyalty. If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to apply

• Complete assigned tasks, reconciliations, continuity schedules etc. within communicated deadlines.
• Ensure entries and reconciliations are accurate and supporting documentation is sufficient and meaningful.
• Work with a team to harmonize and streamline processes for efficiency.
• Ensure detailed work instructions to support their day-to-day operations are kept up to date.
• Participate in monthly variance analysis to investigate fluctuations in GL balances and initiate corrections as necessary.
• Assist with advanced/intermediate accounting issues and transactions. The main focus would be, but not limited to, on Leases, Fixed Assets, Intangibles, Investment property and Lessor Accounting.
• Assist with projects as requested by Accounting Management.
• Review policy documents, as requested, and provide feedback to assist with the maintenance of Accounting Policies.
• Must meet strict monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines.
• Other duties as assigne