Finance and Accounting Analyst - Camrose

Under manager supervision, assemble and process financial data for interpretation on a monthly and annual basis. Assist in developing new and revised accounting processes. Provide information for and assist in developing forecasts for credit union tactical action. Support the finance and accounting departments in all areas.

This is a full-time permanent position.  

For complete job posting details, please visit our website www.visioncu.ca/en/about-vision/careers

The Person:

•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 
•    Preference will be given to candidates who are working towards completion or have completed the Certified Professional Accounting (CPA) designation 
•    Cooperative or Credit Union industry experience is a benefit
•    Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards 
•    Excellent knowledge of Excel and MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) 
•    Solid knowledge of accounting functions 
•    Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with high credibility at all levels of the organization 
•    Must demonstrate flexibility, strong commitment to meeting deadlines, and solid decision-making skills 

Compensation:

•    Salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000/annually.
•    Comprehensive benefits package.

SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
Human Resources
Vision Credit Union Ltd.
Corporate Office
5007 – 51 Street
Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S6
Fax 780-679-0569
jobs@visioncu.ca

Only those individuals invited for an interview will be contacted.

Position Title:        Finance and Accounting Analyst    
Reports To:              Manager of Finance

Summary

Under manager supervision, assemble and process financial data for interpretation on a monthly and annual basis. Assist in developing new and revised accounting processes. Provide information for and assist in developing forecasts for credit union tactical action. Support the finance and accounting departments in all areas.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Finance Department Analytics/Support

•    Prepare internal financial statements and reports, accounting, and statistical data.
•    Assist in preparing external financial statements and reports, accounting, and statistical data.
•    Prepare documents and reports for month-end and year-end financial statements and related reports for management review.
•    Prepare assigned sections of monthly financial reports and branch-level reporting packages.
•    Document current and projected financial performance.
•    Assist in the development of annual operating and capital budgets and the financial forecasts for the credit union.
•    Monitor performance in relationship to budget and peer groups.
•    Assist in various forms of department and branch reporting.
•    Prepare information for internal and external auditors.
•    Assist in reviewing and analyzing general ledger accounts.
•    Monitor credit union accounting systems and procedures; identify short comings and support improved methods for efficiency.
•    Develop and maintain spreadsheets for management decisions including monitoring, budgeting, and forecasting.
•    Assist in International Financial Reporting Standards reporting requirements.
•    Assist the Manager Finance as required.
•    Monitors liquidity and cash flow trends and recommends short term investments with AB central for the VP of Finance to review.
•    Assists the branches by handling special F/X rate requests. Makes F/X trades to ensure margin if required.
•    Reviews and monitors F/X position and recommends buy or sell decisions.

Accounting Department Analytics/Support

•    Strong knowledge and understanding of all areas of the accounting department to complete and support various functions.
•    Support various accounting functions such as reconciliations, transaction processing, verification, and control.
•    Support fixed asset processes including tracking pending assets and preparing depreciation inputs.
•    Prepare monthly accruals.
•    Maintain financial records and produce month-end financial reports and related reports as requested.
•    Adhere to all Vision Credit Union Ltd. policies and procedures.
•    Follow all compliance policies and procedures in relation to Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing Guidelines.
•    Assist the Vice President of Finance as required.

Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 
•    Preference will be given to candidates who are working towards completion or have completed the Certified Professional Accounting (CPA) designation 
•    Cooperative or Credit Union industry experience is a benefit
•    Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards 
•    Excellent knowledge of Excel and MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) 
•    Solid knowledge of accounting functions 
•    Detail oriented and organized 
•    Flexible and able to prioritize tasks
•    Proven ability to meet deadlines 
•    Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with high credibility at all levels of the organization 
•    Must demonstrate flexibility, strong commitment to meeting deadlines, and solid decision-making skills 
•    Self-motivator with ability to work independently

 
Vision Credit Union Ltd. – we “see” banking differently.

We may very well be the right fit for you….and you for us.

We’re Vision Credit Union. Although we offer loans, deposits, financial planning service, RRSP’s, mutual funds, insurance products and other product that most F.I.’s are able to offer, we do things a little (some would say a lot) different at our “shop”.

Our focus is our 38,000 member-owners. We’re an organization based on principles over profit.  If you are eager to launch a rewarding career with our organization, you will need to be able to naturally and consistently provide “well above the norm” member service. After all, the Credit Union system has been chosen tops in Canada for twelve years straight in the area of customer service. That’s a reputation we pledge to continue.

We believe that charging excessive fees or providing products and services that benefit our Credit Union more than our valued members is wrong. We also believe that the bulk of our profits must be shared by our members and that some of our profits need to be channeled back to community initiatives in the small rural communities where we live and work.

At Vision Credit Union, an equal opportunity employer, we treat members special. Our goal is to ensure that every one of our members feels like an extension of our “family”. The team, of which you would be a part, is small in numbers but capable of “moving mountains”. We  believe in common purpose (life-long member-owners). We strive for error-free work and  accountability. We’re collectively recognized for our great work: in both 2016 and 2017 Vision C.U. was named one of Alberta’s Top 70 Employers. In 2016, 2018 and 2019, Vision earned the title: Alberta’s Credit Union of the Year.

We are always “on the hunt” for enthusiastic, astute and motivated team members. Joining us represents an opportunity to go home from work feeling fulfilled. At Vision, you will enjoy a salary that is at or above industry standards and there are exceptional advancement opportunities for the right individual. If you feel you can offer skill and passion to help our
organization continue being the financial service provider of choice in rural and entrepreneurial Alberta, we invite your resume.