Accounting Manager

Job title:

Accounting Manager

Company

Rural Municipalities of Alberta

Job description

Posted Date: May 28, 2024Accounting ManagerRMA, NiskuThe Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) represents Alberta’s 69 counties and municipal districts as an independent association. Since 1909, the association has helped rural municipalities achieve strong, effective, local government. The RMA provides advocacy, insurance, and business services, including cooperative procurement through the Canoe Procurement Group of Canada.The RMA is seeking an Accounting Manager.JOB DESCRIPTIONIf you get excited about working in an environment with great people, professional expectations, innovative and effective processes, fast-paced operations, and you possess above-average attention to detail and accounting knowledge, we want you!The Accounting Manager position will become an integral part of the finance team, working with the General Manager of Finance on full-cycle accounting for the organization. This position has varied responsibilities which may include ensuring accurate and timely processing of sales tax returns, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, commissions, capital assets, various reporting, as well as implementing process improvements and maintaining custom software.The Accounting Manager will have access to highly confidential information, and it is expected and required that the information be held in the strictest confidence.This is a full-time, permanent position. The position will be working directly from the RMA offices in Nisku, AB.Key Responsibilities Include:The key responsibilities for this position will be derived from the management of the following for a multi-company organization:

• Accounts Payable processing

• Accounts Receivable processing

• Regular sales tax returns

• Tracking capital assets

• Commission reports and payments

• Intercompany transactions

• Bank reconciliations

• Investment reconciliations

• Collection and compilation of data

• Ad-hoc reporting

• Journal entries

• Administration of software including basic programming, data checking, and information updates

• Employee expenses and corporate credit cards

Requirements:SKILLS/EXPERTISE REQUIRED:

• Experience with Great Plains/Microsoft Dynamics software.

• Multi-company, commercial, or cooperative accounting experience .

• High proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat is essential; experience with Power BI, SharePoint, and other reporting tools would be an asset.

• Strong technical skills in custom software environments including basic programming and implementation of process changes .

• Excellent written, oral, and listening communication skills, and exceptional organizational and planning skills.

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

• Able to generate ideas and have vision for what could be.

• Personable and able to build and maintain professional relationships.

• Strong time management skills.

• Able to work with minimal supervision, self-motivated, and self-directed.

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment while able to quickly analyze problems to reach a conclusion.

• Expects the highest quality performance from self and others.

• Able to and enjoy working in a team environment including keeping others appropriately informed.

• Curiosity and an innate desire to learn and improve processes.

EDUCATION:

• CPA designation required; post-secondary degree in accounting, business or a related discipline plus 5 or more years of full-cycle accounting experience will be considered.

TeamworkAn informal leader, motivator, and team player. Reassures and encourages others. Has presence, energy, and genuine passion. Able to influence others to a desired outcome and demonstrates how a course of action is effectively related to customer interests.Customer-OrientedUnderstands the value of the customer to the business. Encourages and supports subordinates to add value to the customer. Searches for alternative solutions to help satisfy customer needs. Relates to colleagues, members and customers in a positive, friendly manner.CommunicationAn active listener. Possesses well-developed presentation skills and has the ability to articulate thoughts and ideas. Possesses well-developed written communication skills. Strives for effective communication with team members.Strategic Business SenseSees the big picture. Actively researches current competitive developments in the relevant industries. Understands the strategies of key competitors and other stakeholders and formulates proactive strategies to gain competitive and profitable advantages.AnalyticalHas the capacity for thinking analytically and evaluating complex business and accounting issues. Conveys information in a way that it is understood and is relevant.Personal Management SkillsDemonstrates self-confidence and interpersonal flexibility, perseverance, and integrity. Has strong decision-making skills. Extremely well organized with effective time management skills. Is quick to learn and adapt to new challenges/situations. Has a positive attitude. Is highly ethical, both professionally and personally.Results OrientedRecognizes that progress must be shown and be measurable and can quickly analyze problems to reach a conclusion. Expects the highest quality performance from self.ContactsWorks alongside the Finance Team and reports directly to the GM of Finance. Consultation and collaboration with RMA stakeholders will be required.The RMA is an equal opportunity employer. Any applicant that meets the qualifications above is encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to those already legally entitled to work in Canada.To apply, please send a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining how you meet the above qualification requirements, as well as why working on rural and municipal issues resonates with you, to the attention of Manager of HR, Shannan McAuley at .We thank all applicants, but due to the high volume of responses expected, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.Additional Job Information:Posted Date: May 28, 2024
Closing Date: June 14, 2024

Expected salary

Location

Nisku, AB

Job date

Thu, 30 May 2024 01:31:25 GMT

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