remote senior audit accountant - Calgary, AB, Canada - Western Financial Group

Description

Senior Accountant
Requisition ID Posted - Finance & Accounting - Calgary - Alberta - Canada
As one of Canada's largest insurance providers, Western has more than 220 locations across Canada. We take care to deliver the right insurance solution every time so our customers can live confidently.


SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting, our Senior Accountant is key a member of the Financial Reporting team which oversees the financial operations and provides meaningful information to the business and its shareholders.

You will support the day-to-day accounting requirements of the Financial Reporting Team.
Prepare and design working papers and schedules to support financial reports and audits including investigation and resolution of discrepancies
Compile financial and regulatory reports for our Parent Company, including templates and analyses
Prepare sales tax and GST filings
Liaise with tax authorities and advisors in multiple jurisdictions to ensure statutory requirements are met
Perform analytical reviews of financial data and provide insights relative to performance benchmarks
Evaluate bank covenant compliance and complete reporting requirements
Operate in full compliance with internal controls over financial reporting
Provide ongoing support in a multifunctional team including support for ad hoc projects
Bachelor of Commerce degree or equivalent in a related field
2+ years of prior relevant experience (public or regulated company experience considered an asset)
Comprehensive understanding of accounting and financial principles and practices in International Financial Reporting Standard ("IFRS")
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

At Western, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace in the communities we work and live in If you have questions or require accommodation, please reach out to us .

We take pride in providing programs that add value to our people's lives – after all, they are our greatest asset.

Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package consisting of 3 weeks' vacation, 14 wellness days, company matching investment and savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits, including a health care spending account.

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