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Reporting and Reconciliation Accountant - Temporary (12 month contract)Peace Hills Insurance • Edmonton, AB
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Reporting and Reconciliation Accountant - Temporary (12 month contract)

Reporting and Reconciliation Accountant - Temporary (12 month contract)

Peace Hills Insurance • Edmonton, AB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

We currently have a temporary full-time position available for a Reporting and Reconciliation Accountant. The duration of this position is one year in length with the possibility of extension. Reporting to the Controller, this role works closely with the Financial Accounting team to support timely and accurate reconciliations and other month end duties. More specifically:

What You'll Do:

  • Prepare and perform timely and accurate account reconciliations, including bank, general ledger, and sub-ledger reconciliations;
  • Investigate, analyze, and resolve discrepancies, ensuring appropriate follow-up and documentation;
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, including preparation of working papers, payment remittances and supporting schedules;
  • Assist with journal entries and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with accounting policies;
  • Support the Billing Manager and Accounting Clerks by performing first-level reviews of daily journal entries, including reconciliation and investigation and resolution of variances;
  • Maintain strong internal controls by ensuring reconciliations are completed, reviewed, and supported;
  • Liaise with internal departments (including Underwriting, Claims, and Billing) to resolve discrepancies and clarify transactions;
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within reporting and reconciliation activities;
  • Complete system activities within deadlines and ensure timely and effective follow-ups;
  • Deliver exceptional service in upholding our service standards and our commitment to continuous improvement;
  • Contribute to special projects and support the delivery of annual reporting requirements and deadlines;
  • Other duties as required.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field;
  • 3+ years of accounting experience with a strong focus on reconciliations and financial reporting;
  • Intermediate level knowledge of MS Excel;
  • Experience with Accounting Systems (Sage, etc.) with Unit 4 being a strong asset;
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve discrepancies and complex accounting issues;
  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and internal controls;
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of numerical accuracy;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams;
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a diverse team;
  • Professional, efficient, and proactive with strong time-management and organizational skills;
  • Experience in the insurance industry and Guidewire is an asset.

What You'll Experience:

  • Competitive base pay;
  • Healthy work-life balance including a day off every 4 weeks;
  • Social events held throughout the year;
  • A career in a stable and essential industry, at a company with an exceptional corporate culture and opportunities for professional development and advancement

Why Peace Hills:

Peace Hills General Insurance Company has been serving Western Canada since 1982 with home, auto and business insurance products. Our head office is in Edmonton, Alberta, with branch offices in Calgary and Vancouver. We currently employ over 300 staff who work with more than 1,000 broker offices across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon Territory.

Peace Hills is proudly owned by the Samson Cree Nation, and it is through Wahkôtowin – a Cree word that means “kinship” and the interconnectedness of all beings – that we are and continue to be a respected insurer that provides creative and responsive solutions.

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