Accountant

Millennium Insurance Corporation; Sherwood Park; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time-off

Group Retirement Savings Plan

Fitness subsidy

Education assistance

Health and dental benefits

Health and lifestyle spending account

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Millennium Insurance Corporation, based in Sherwood Park, AB, invites a detail-oriented CPA with at least 3 years of progressive experience to join our accounting team. You will support financial reporting, budgeting, and month- and year-end activities while ensuring accuracy of our general ledger and receivables.

You will collaborate on process improvements, upgrade reporting templates, and assist with audits and vendor/payable workflows, contributing to a culture of learning and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Have a Canadian CPA designation and at least 3 years of progressive experience
• Knowledge and experience with IFRS 17 at a P&C insurance company
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports
• Experience with general ledger setup, account maintenance and posting journal entries
• Understanding of accounts payable/receivable processes & controls
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and audit request
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience with ACCPAC and/or SAGE would be an asset
• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks

Responsibilities

• Prepare Financial Reporting including financial statements and other reports for review by Controller and/or Management
• Maintenance & reconciliation of SAGE 300 general ledger & reporting templates
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, risk analysis, and ad hoc reports as required
• Month end reporting and year-end completion including auditing responsibilities
• Prepare monthly working paper and update continuity schedules
• Will be part of Special Projects and process improvements
• Assist Accounts Payable clerk regarding vendor setup and maintenance
• Support Accounts Receivable Billing clerks with policyholder payments & AR reconciliation
• Other duties as required

Skills

Accounting

IFRS 17 knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Analytical mindset

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in accounting/finance

Canadian CPA designation

Tools

SAGE 300

ACCPAC/SAGE

Job description

Description

Join a collaborative team where your accounting expertise will truly make a difference. You’ll support financial reporting, month-end and year-end activities, and help ensure the accuracy of our general ledger and receivables. You’ll also contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing process improvements that strengthen our financial systems. If you’re a proactive professional who values teamwork and continuous learning, we want to meet you.

What you will be doing

• Prepare Financial Reporting including financial statements and other reports for review by Controller and/or Management


• Maintenance & reconciliation of SAGE 300 general ledger & reporting templates


• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, risk analysis, and ad hoc reports as required


• Month end reporting and year-end completion including auditing responsibilities


• Prepare monthly working paper and update continuity schedules


• Will be part of Special Projects and process improvements


• Assist Accounts Payable clerk regarding vendor setup and maintenance


• Support Accounts Receivable Billing clerks with policyholder payments & AR reconciliation


• Other duties as required

What you bring to the team

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field


• Have a Canadian CPA designation and at least 3 years of progressive experience


• Knowledge and experience with IFRS 17 at a P&C insurance company


• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports


• Experience with general ledger setup, account maintenance and posting journal entries


• Understanding of accounts payable/receivable processes & controls


• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and audit request


• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy


• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities


• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team


• Good communication skills (written and verbal)


• Experience with ACCPAC and/or SAGE would be an asset Willingness to learn and take on new tasks

How you will succeed

In the first year, you’ll make an impact early by taking ownership of financial data analysis and ensuring accuracy in everything you touch. As you grow, you’ll build meaningful connections with both colleagues and clients, becoming a valued partner in tackling challenges and hitting targets. Your strong communication and problem-solving skills will help you turn obstacles into opportunities and set you up for long-term success.

How we take care of our Employees

By joining Millennium Insurance, you will belong to a passionate and purpose-driven team. As part of the Wheaton Group Companies, we pride ourselves on being family oriented, socially responsible, and in doing business the right way. Millennium is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified for creating an outstanding employee experience and an amazing workplace culture. Some of the amazing benefits our employees have access to include:

• Flexible time-off and vacation program to support work–life balance


• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching contributions


• Fitness subsidy to help you stay active and healthy


• Education assistance to support your professional growth and certifications


• Comprehensive health, dental, and insured benefits


• Health and lifestyle spending account for additional wellness and personal needs


• Access to employee discount programs to help you save on everyday purchases

About Millennium Insurance

Millennium Insurance is a locally owned and operated property and casualty insurance company based in Sherwood Park, AB. We pride ourselves on offering relevant and competitively priced insurance products, along with industry-leading customer service. Our business lines include personal automobiles, personal property, home warranty, commercial property, and commercial liability insurance. With over $400 million in written premium, Millennium Insurance is proud to be part of the Wheaton Group of Companies.

We thank all candidates for their interest but only candidates selected to advance in the hiring process will be contacted. Final candidates will be asked to undergo pre-employment backchecks, results of which must be satisfactory to Millennium.

Millennium is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. If we can make any adjustments to the hiring process to better accommodate you, please provide feedback when submitting your application or let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity.

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