Accountant-Olds, AB-Westview Co-op

Federated Co-operatives Limited; Olds; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent co-operative company in Canada is seeking an experienced Accountant to handle general accounting functions, financial reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a relevant University degree, CPA enrollment, and 1-5 years of accounting experience. This full-time position offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer-contributed pension plan

Learning opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and demands.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting, including month-end and year-end activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly financial management reports.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger records, including journal entries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Relevant University Degree in Business or Accounting

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or enrollment

Tools

JD Edwards accounting systems

Job description

Overview

What you’ll do : Under the guidance and leadership of the Senior Accountant, this role is responsible for performing general accounting functions, including the analysis and preparation of financial reports and statements. Key responsibilities include the preparation of journal entries / ledgers, fixed asset and inventory accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, reconciliation, and financial statement consolidation. The position also supports general accounting practices by providing an independent, objective assessment of governance, risk management processes, and the internal control structure.

The ideal candidate will evaluate and assess the co-operative's controls, processes, and procedures while working across multiple areas of accounting based on evolving business needs. In addition, the candidate will develop an understanding of policies and procedures, offering valuable input into accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to Westview Co-op’s Health and Safety Program while promoting a culture of safety.
• Provide world-class service to Members and Guests, aligning with our brand expectations and the "You\'re at Home Here" motto.
• Maintain general ledger records, including journal entries, posting bank reconciliations, and managing related bank fund transfer transactions.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly financial management reports.
• Provide support for budgeting and forecasting analysis.
• Assist all business units with financial matters.
• Calculate, file, and process all required corporate remittances.
• Undertake other projects and assignments as required.
• This position requires a Class 5 Driver’s License for travel across our trading area.

Qualifications

• A relevant University Degree, preferably in Business or Accounting.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or enrollment in the CPA program.
• 1-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and demands.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet precise deadlines.
• Results-oriented, always striving for excellence.
• Alignment with our core values of Integrity, Teamwork and Community.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting, including direct participation in month-end and year-end activities, financial analysis and reporting, and budgeting (experience in retail / petroleum accounting is a benefit).
• Familiarity with JD Edwards accounting systems is an asset.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with intermediate skills in other Microsoft Office programs.

This is a Full-time position for 40 hours per week.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.