Intermediate Accountant at Thompson Rivers University – Kamloops, British Columbia

Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled.

Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” for their Seniority to be recognized. Applications received after the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" will be considered alongside external applicants.

This intermediate accounting position provides support to Finance department in a variety of areas of responsibilities. This includes balance sheet and income statement accounts reconciliations, analysis, and preparation of related journal entries; preparation of internal and external financial statements including supporting working papers; forecasting; preparation and remitting of various governmental and non-governmental reports; financial analysis; assistance in other general accounting duties including special projects and reports. This position will perform reviews and analysis that require working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, selected CRA rules and regulations, high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Reconciles and analyzes assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts; prepares and verifies related journal entries.
2. Assists in preparing divisional and organizational financial statements or reports.
3. Processes regular and recurring journal entries and interdepartmental invoices; sets up vendors and inputs other assigned entries into the system.
4. Assists other departmental and TRU staff with advice, training, and expertise on the use of the financial systems.
5. Prepares assigned standard and ad-hoc management information reports including supporting working papers.
6. Prepares and remits reports to various governmental and non-governmental agencies such as Canada Revenue Agency and BC Provincial Government, Statistics Canada and others.
7. Reviews, analyzes and verifies journal entries and other posting reports.
8. Provides a variety of business support, project assistance and analysis for the Finance department management team.
9. Supports and provides backup for various clerical functions within Finance, including running financial processes.
10. Maintains relevant filing system and records.

REPORTS TO
As designated

EDUCATION:

• Completion of business bachelor's degree

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years' related progressive accounting experience preparing financial analytics, reconciliations and other financial reports, including utilizing and developing large complex spreadsheets and databases
• Experience with computerized accounting systems

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of CRA rules and regulations
• Demonstrable advanced Excel skills
• Required to work with clients and staff with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy
• Required to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sitting at a desk and computer for long periods of time
• General office conditions

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.