Senior Accountant

Steinbach Credit Union; Steinbach; In loco; CAD 80.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Extended medical, dental, vision bene.

Health spending account

Critical Illness insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance programs

Employee Banking benefits

Professional development support

Clothing allowance

Free parking at all locations

Descrizione del lavoro

Steinbach Credit Union (SCU) is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team in Manitoba. You will own full cycle accounting, deliver IFRS-compliant reporting, and work closely with leaders to drive financial insights that support member-focused decision making.

You will be responsible for closing processes, budgeting, forecasting, and supporting audits and regulatory requirements, with the autonomy to influence improvements and system implementations.

Competenze

• CPA designation is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field, plus 4–6 years progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
• Proficiency with GST/HST, RST and related taxes.
• Experience with Great Plains or mid-to-large scale accounting software; advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-finance colleagues.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and results-focused.

Mansioni

• Lead month-end and year-end close and maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and fixed asset and amortization schedules.
• Prepare IFRS-conpliant monthly consolidated and departmental financial reports, and complete and review key Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Analyze results, investigate variances to budget, and prepare commentary for management and Board reporting.
• Partner with department managers on budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, and support the Annual Budget.
• Support the year-end audit, tax compliance for SCU and subsidiaries, and regulatory requirements.
• Document, test and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting; close control gaps and audit findings.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, process improvements and system implementations.

Conoscenze

CPA designation

IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Communication

Collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Strumenti

Great Plains

Descrizione del lavoro

Build a Rewarding Career with Steinbach Credit Union

Behind every decision we make for our members is a set of numbers someone has to get right. As a Senior Accountant at SCU, that someone is you. You're an experienced CPA who delivers results and is always looking for ways to advance our financial insights. Your sound judgment and expertise will help our leaders do right by our members and the communities we serve.

About Steinbach Credit Union

Steinbach Credit Union (SCU) is one of Manitoba’s largest credit unions and among the top 10 in Canada, with over $11 billion in assets. For more than 80 years, we have worked with our members to create relationships based on trust and support. Our goal is to provide advice and recommend products and services that are tailored to meet every member’s individual needs.

Our member-centric approach is a key driver in everything we do, and our level of service is second to none. We provide an environment of trust in which members feel comfortable doing business and they will recommend us to their family and friends. For more information, please visit our website.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be a trusted member of our Finance team, reporting to the Manager, Accounting. You’ll own full-cycle accounting operations and play a hands‑on role in financial reporting, budgeting, compliance and audit. You’ll work with a high degree of independence, apply your professional judgment to real accounting decisions, and partner with leaders across the organization who rely on your insight.

Closing Date: November 22, 2026

Specific Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close and maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and fixed asset and amortization schedules.
• Prepare accurate, IFRS‑compliant monthly consolidated and departmental financial reports, and complete and review key Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Analyze results, investigate variances to budget, and prepare commentary that supports management and Board reporting.
• Partner with department managers on budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, and support the Annual Budget.
• Support the year‑end audit, tax compliance for SCU and its subsidiaries, and monthly and annual credit union regulatory requirements.
• Document, test and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting, and help close control gaps and audit findings.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, process improvements and system implementations.

Qualifications

• CPA designation (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field, plus 4 to 6 years of progressive accounting experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered based on the candidate’s skills, education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices, financial reporting and IFRS.
• Strong working knowledge of corporate taxes, GST/HST, RST and related requirements.
• Proficiency with Great Plains or other mid‑to large‑scale accounting software, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong financial analysis skills and the ability to think critically and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non‑finance colleagues.
• A collaborative, curious and adaptable approach, with a commitment to quality, accuracy and compliance.

How We’ll Reward You

You can look forward to joining an organization that values teamwork and its membership. You will receive a competitive annual salary based on skills and experience. In addition, you will be eligible for variable compensation and matched pension plan per SCU policies.

• Extended medical, dental, vision benefits, plus a health spending account (100% of premiums are paid by SCU)
• Critical Illness insurance, Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and Employee Assistance programs
• Employee Banking benefits (i.e. free chequing account, low interest MasterCard, bonus rate on deposit and lending products)
• Opportunities for professional development and coverage of designation fees
• Clothing allowance
• Free parking at all locations

Accessibility and Inclusivity

We believe our employees should represent the diversity of our members and the communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for the recruitment or interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we’ll work with you to meet your needs.

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you’re an experienced CPA who wants your work to make a real difference for our members and our communities, we’d love to hear from you.