Accounting Analyst II

The Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta seeks an Accounting Analyst II to deliver financial insights and analytics, aligned with IFRS standards. This temporary full-time position involves collaboration across departments, mentorship of junior staff, and continuous improvement using automated solutions. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Hybrid work opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressively responsible financial business experience.
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting and internal controls.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong financial results and analytics for decision-making.
• Create and maintain working papers efficiently.
• Support financial reporting compliance activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Data analysis

Project management

Education

University degree in Business with a focus on Accounting and Data Analytics

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerQuery, PowerPivot, PowerBI)

Workday Adaptive Planning

PeopleSoft

Job description

Recruiter The Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta

As an equal opportunity employer, we are looking to build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and the customers we serve. Learn more about working for WCB at Careers - WCB Alberta

Job Title:
Accounting Analyst II

Job Type:
Temporary Long Term (Fixed Term) / Full time

Job Location:
Edmonton, Alberta

Accounting Analyst II
Financial Reporting and Compliance

Edmonton, Alberta

Temporary, Full Time

Why WCB-Alberta?

We are a team that cares. Over 2,000 people, each with unique skills, expertise and perspective, work together every day to help minimize the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on Alberta workers and employers. Located in four offices in Edmonton and Calgary, we are a team connected by a shared purpose and value.

As the independent operator and administrator of the province's Workers' Compensation Act, WCB-Alberta provides protection for over two million workers and over 170,000 Alberta employers. Our employees are inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.

The Financial Services team manages the reporting and compliance functions related to financial reporting for the organization. Our reporting is based on IFRS accounting standards. Our compliance activities encompass process overviews for evaluating risks and assessing the existence and effectiveness of internal controls.

WCB-Alberta is on a journey to evolve our processes and the ways in which we deliver insight to our customers, using technology as an enabler. To be successful in this environment, you'll need to have a strong interest in digital transformation, and experience in applying frameworks that facilitate evaluation around continuous improvement and risk assessment. Self-initiative is no stranger to you; you are curious, learn quickly and adapt to new challenges; your analysis skills are strong, and you make sense out of many different sources of information. Combining your ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff, management, and external partners, along with your strong client focus will help you to effectively influence and manage change in this role.

We are shaping the future around the delivery of financial insight to our organization. We believe in meaningful work, automating the transactional, and focusing our expertise on providing insight to the business. If you align with our values, want to be part of a group of enthusiastic people who share our passion for meaningful work and are excited about the opportunities that our finance team is delivering to our business, we encourage you to apply online today.

Your Accounting Analyst II responsibilities:

• Provide strong, timely financial results and analytics for decisions by partners throughout the organization, in line with IFRS accounting standards.
• Create and maintain working papers efficiently and effectively, providing thoughtful analysis and insight on the status and trends of financial results
• Improve and optimize your work utilizing data tools to automate the transactional aspects of your working papers.
• Serve as liaison between staff and management by analyzing and interpreting data for organizational procedures, policies, and workflows.
• Provide accounting assistance and financial analysis to operational departments on a monthly and annual basis.
• Provide mentorship, accounting assistance and support to more junior analysts as well as Banking and Accounts Payable departments.
• Support financial reporting compliance activities through participation on internal controls and financial governance projects.
• Evaluate business cases and contracts to provide insight on accounting treatment, budget impacts, and financial risk.
• Assist the Finance Management team in projects as assigned.

Your experience and skills:

• University degree in Business, with a focus on Accounting and Data Analytics.
• CPA designation is required. Candidates nearing completion of the CPA designation may also be considered.
• At least 3-5 years of progressively responsible financial business experience, including working with complex accounting transactions, navigating through change, mapping business processes, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Knowledge of accounting policies and practices (IFRS), internal controls and financial governance practices.
• Experience with automated solutions to enhance financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerQuery, PowerPivot, PowerBI) skills are essential.
• Proficiency working with Workday Adaptive Planning, and PeopleSoft would be considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of data management concepts.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, plan and organize required tasks to meet deadlines.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical staff, and the ability to present analyses in a clear and concise format.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and consulting skills. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work through priorities and support deliverables.
• Ability to learn quickly when faced with problems and ambiguity.
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills, as well as creativity in identifying options and solutions.
• Ability to remain composed when faced with unexpected problems and work effectively through stressful situations.

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from home and physical office) that foster a healthy work-life balance. You'll work with supportive leaders and skilled professionals in a caring and collaborative work environment. For more information, please see our Employee Handbook, available on our website.

Salary: $83,185.00 to $97,826.00 per annum (Pay Grade 11)

This position is temporary for a period of up to one year with the possibility of extension or permanency. Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance and credit check as a condition of employment. Successful candidate must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person in our Edmonton downtown office as required by their position.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

Please apply online by submitting a cover letter and resume to www.wcb.ab.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Closing Date: June 24, 2025

• Edmonton, AB, CAN; Drayton Valley, AB, CAN; Fort McMurray, AB, CAN; Leduc, AB, CAN
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Edmonton, AB, CAN; Drayton Valley, AB, CAN; Fort McMurray, AB, CAN; Leduc, AB, CAN
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Edmonton, AB, CAN; Drayton Valley, AB, CAN; Fort McMurray, AB, CAN; Leduc, AB, CAN
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Edmonton, AB, CAN; Drayton Valley, AB, CAN; Fort McMurray, AB, CAN; Leduc, AB, CAN
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration