Senior Accountant

Government of Canada; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking a qualified accounting professional in Dawson Creek, Canada. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and 2 to 3 years of experience in accounting, ensuring compliance with standards and preparing financial statements. The role does not allow remote work and offers various health and financial benefits including a pension plan and bonuses. Proficiency in JD Edwards and MS Excel is essential for this position.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Life insurance

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient in accounting standards and procedures.
• Experience with computerized bookkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards.
• Prepare financial information and reports.
• Analyze financial documents and perform variance analysis.

Skills

Accounting

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Computer knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Relevant experience

Tools

JD Edwards

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience
• Accounting
• Accounting technology/technician and bookkeeping
• Finance, general

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Head office

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Variance analysis
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• JD Edwards
• MS Excel

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance