Full-Time Accountant
Job Description
LOCATION: Altona or Winnipeg
SCHEDULE: Full-Time
REPORTS TO: Controller/Assistant Controller
DIRECT REPORTS: N/A
COMPANY PROFILE:
Red River Mutual is a progressive insurance company with a focus on our customers and employees. We believe everyone has a right to feel safe and protected, and to know that someone is looking out for them. So we treat our employees like family members – we’ll be honest with them, support them, offer a listening ear, admit when we’re wrong and be a positive force in their lives and in our communities.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Accountant is a member of the Finance team and provides support for the Controller and Assistant Controller. The Accountant plays an important role in our organization to help ensure that accurate and timely accounting and financial record keeping is maintained and reported as prescribed through accounting standards and OSFI.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
- Support the preparation of the monthly financial statements.
- Reconciliation of General Ledger (GL) accounts on key areas such as premiums, commission, claims and reinsurance.
- Attend budget analysis meetings with department heads.
- Prepare and post journal entries as required for month and year-end.
- Prepare documents and assist in interim and year-end audits.
- Support and participate in department goals and projects.
- Collaborates with the Finance team to complete daily full-cycle accounting duties.
QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS:
- Minimum education of a of High School Diploma, University or College Diploma with a specialty in accounting preferred
- Working through the CPA program considered and asset.
- Minimum of 3+ years of accounting experience
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles
- Computer skills: spreadsheets, data processing (Microsoft Office, Guidewire, and Dynamics experience preferred)
- Willingness to challenge the status quo and participate in professional development
- Strong time management, attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
How to Apply
Apply online at: https://redrivermutual.com/about-us/careers/ We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request any time during the recruitment process. Our Accessible employment policies and practices are available on request and in accessible formats. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats of communication and/or request an alternative method of applying for a position by contacting humanresources@redrivermutual.com or 1-800-370-2888 (toll free).257 total views, 1 today
