Title : Accountant (Financial Support Officer)

Salary: $53,550 -$63,000 per year

Location: 1645 Inkster Blvd, Winnipeg

Benefits of working at Arctic Co-ops include:

a competitive salary,
annual bonus potential
annual vacation (accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation time in first year),
employer-matched pension plan,
comprehensive group benefits plan including General Flexible Spending Accounts,
career development opportunities,
annual performance plans,
an environment where employees are encouraged, supported and recognized,
hybrid work environment

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Member Accounting Department, the successful incumbent is responsible for the preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements of assigned Member Co-operatives. In addition, he/she will provide day-to-day support to Co-op staff in recording of transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Prepare timely financial statements that present fairly the financial position of assigned Co-operatives. Due dates are set by the department.

· Ensure reports required from the Co-operatives for the monthly financial statements’ preparation are done by the Co-op and received on time.

· Maintain complete working papers (electronic when possible), and necessary back-up documentation.

· Analyze and review financial statements for reasonableness. Ensure balances are correct and information is complete.

· Prepare year-end financial statements with supporting working papers and back-ups, ready for review by the outside accountants.

· Assist outside accountants during their review of year-end financial statements.

· Prepare preliminary analysis reports.

· Recommend internal control procedures needed at the Co-operative.

· Provide accounting support to co-operative staff including Quasar support.

· Monitor and review Co-operatives transactions for errors or discrepancies.

· Monitor and follow up inventory count schedules and cut-off.

· Monitor and enforce inventory count policy through MMS.

· Assist in Co-op Manager’s training on Quasar accounting and reporting.

· Attend to Co-ops queries from government agencies as to GST remittances, Corporate taxes and Statistics Canada.

· Prepare and submit reports required by the department.

· Travel maybe required.

· Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Post secondary education in Commerce/Business with a major in Accounting;

· Experience with accounting and financial analysis in a computerized environment;

· Proficient in the preparation of monthly financial statements and maintenance of electronic working papers;

· Proficient in accounting and/or auditing and strong understanding of accounting principles;

· Proficiency in using accounting software programs i.e. ACCPAC, Microsoft Office Suite and some POS system;

· Proficient in developing and analyzing financial data;

· Ability to work independently and within a team environment;

· Ability to work within the budgeted time and meet deadlines;

· Strong time management skills and ability to multitask;

· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;

· Strong communication skills, both written and oral;

· Good interpersonal skills;

· Highly organized and efficient;

· Ability to travel as required;

· Proven commitment to personal growth and development.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $53,550.00-$63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay

Application question(s):

Do you have an experience in accounting and financial analysis in a computerized environment?

Experience:

Accounting: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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