Staff Accountant I

at  Navitas

Since 1994, Navitas has been a respected leader in global higher education. As pioneers in the university pathway sector, we have trusted partnerships with more than 30 forward-thinking universities in Australia, New Zealand, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, The Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and Sri Lanka. We provide our partners with access to resources and expertise to help drive large-scale initiatives that provide tangible, lasting benefits to students, faculty, staff, and local communities.
Navitas is seeking to employ a Staff Accountant to join our North American team in Burnaby, BC. The Staff Accountant is responsible for providing accounts support to the Finance Controller and the Assistant Finance Controller. The main duties of this role include student financial management, bank and general ledger reconciliations, creditor management.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Post-secondary studies in accounting and/or related areas or extensive experience in an accounting area
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to details and high accuracy levels
• Proven and demonstrated ability to use Microsoft office and Oracle
• Proven ability to work as a part of a team
• Personable with a positive and willing attitude
• Experience in working with people from different cultures
• Demonstrated alignment with the Navitas values of conviction, rigour, drive, adventurous, respect and genuine

Student Financial Management

• Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures in North America
• Process student receipts, invoices, and refunds
• Prepare the necessary paperwork for record keeping
• Review of student financial records and make necessary adjustments
• Responsible for student debt monitoring and collection
• Address student financial inquiries (email and in person)
• Support and manage student insurance enrollment

General ledger

• Raise general ledger payments, receipts, and journals

General Duties

• Relieve/assist the other members of the finance team as required
• Ensure documentation is maintained in an orderly fashion
• Provide administrative relief when required during busy periods in other areas of business
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Perform other duties as required