On behalf of our public sector client, Affinity is looking for an Intermediate Accountant to deliver professional services and financial solutions to the organization. This role ensures that policies, programs, services, and strategies are developed and implemented in an ongoing and consistent manner. The Intermediate Accountant will act as a consultative partner by providing expertise and analysis to internal and external stakeholders to enable the business to deliver operational functions efficiently and effectively.
Responsibilities:
• First-level review of work done by accounting technicians.
• Providing assistance, ongoing support, and training to accounting technicians.
• Training and orientation of new staff members (in conjunction with other subject matter experts and departmental management).
• Systems, process, and quality reviews with consideration of valid internal controls.
• Department-specific financial and systems analysis and troubleshooting.
• Completion of complex reconciliations.
• Development of appropriate inter-system balancing processes.
• Analysis of departmental processes, including the identification of process improvements, as well as the development of solution options and recommendations.
• Ensure appropriate and timely document management.
• General accounting and variance analysis.
• Other tasks as reasonably required by the Project Manager.
Qualifications:
• Completion of University Degree in Accounting.
• In active pursuit of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA) designation.
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Company has an existing (at the time of submission) and ongoing contract with Candidate. SKILLS
• Strong knowledge of principles of accounting with the ability to apply them practically.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong and trusting relationships with managers, employees, and peers.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present comprehensive information in an easily understood manner. Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work within established deadlines and time constraints.
• Ability to act on own initiative, to exercise sound judgment an ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to be self-motivated, work independently, as well as be part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, demonstrating innovation.
• Working knowledge of corporate financial systems (SAP) would be an asset.
• Strong computer skills – MS Office suite.
• Strong attention to detail.
Hourly rate: $35 per hour.
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About Affinity:
Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca
Job Number: 10973
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