This role is the cornerstone to internal operations for BVCU, completing a set spectrum of daily duties need for our branches/channels to be successful.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, be a stickler for details, a self-starter and multi-tasker, and possess the ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Balance and monitor various reporting areas on a daily and monthly basis, including preparing supporting schedules and reconciliations to support operations, accounting, and financial reporting
Balance and monitor a range of accounts, processes, and clearing reports on a daily basis to ensure smooth operations
Update daily foreign exchange rates, cash management reports, process investment, and foreign exchange transactions with AB Central
Provide ongoing support to all branches/channels
Process all required month end adjusting entries
Support Year End processes
Process all invoices, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Maintain accurate reporting and records of registered plans
Process employee and director expense claims and corporate credit card statements
Prepare semi-monthly payroll according to instructions, including ROEs

TEAMWORK:

Support to the Finance Lead and executive management
Contribute to a working environment that encourages pride, teamwork, and mutual respect to support service excellent and enhance BVCU’s culture and values
Participate in training and development programs

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

Good skills with MS Office suite, including Excel and Outlook
Solid planning skills, with attention to detail, and the ability to trouble-shoot & prioritize
Sound judgment and decision-making ability
Self-learning and independent research; desire for ongoing learning and improvement
DNA (Banking System) and FAS knowledge a bonus!

THE FINE PRINT:

Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Criminal and Credit checks are required (must be bondable)
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada for anyone other than current employer

APPLYING WITH BVCU:

BVCU is strongly rooted in the communities we serve and have built considerable success by delivering exceptional service and products to our members to help built a strong financial future. We take great pride in the communities and are committed to helping them thrive. Total compensation includes Flex Days, vacation, RRSP program, and benefits, including an HSA.

At BVCU, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, and all other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain our talent from a diverse candidate pool. The credit union reserves the right to change job accountabilities and responsibilities as business needs dictate.

BVCU thanks you for your application, but we will only be contacting successful applicants. Online applications only.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Cochrane, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Are you bondable?
Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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