First West Credit Union
Job title:
Student II (Finance and Settlement)
Company
First West Credit Union
Job description
Job Description:Student Co-op opportunity (8-month term), Finance & SettlementAre you a tech-savvy, socially conscious and ambitious student looking to gain valuable experience in the financial services industry? Do you want a co-op opportunity where you can make an impact and learn along the way? Join our dynamic team at First West Credit Union for an exciting opportunity that will kick-start your career and empower you to make a meaningful difference in your community!Who we are:We are not your average workplace – we embrace diversity, value authenticity, and thrive on collaboration! We are a forward- thinking financial cooperative! We believe in the power of the students, and we think you can help us shape the future of financial services!You may have heard of cooperatives before… Some of them sell sporting goods, some of them sell groceries or fuel. We all believe that we can achieve more together than we can on our own!Our members empower us to put people before profits and work in their true interests. By providing world-class banking services, the best financial advice in Canada and an approach that centers around our members, we simplify lives, helping members and communities thrive!What’s in it for you:
- Access to a First West mentor matched with you based on your interests
- A supportive team ready to support you in your career development
- Extensive learning in Finance and Settlement
- An orientation program to set you up for success during your work term
- Opportunity to be part of the student community at First West
- Networking and educational sessions with various First West leaders
- Access to professional development workshops and trainings regarding Finance and/or Accounting and career development
What you’ll do:
- Contribute to Finance departmental objectives
- Gain experience in reconciliations, bank statements and an understanding of the clearing process of a financial institution
- Provide excellent Customer Service to the organization
- Assist with monthly reporting to support the business (using tools like Excel)
- Develop your professional network in a supportive, collaborative environment
- Participate in our mentorship program and connect regularly with a Finance leader
- Connect with the First West student community
- Fast track to future new grad opportunities at First West Credit Union
What you bring:
- Enrollment in an undergraduate degree with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, etc.
- A passion for pursuing a career in Finance and/or Accounting
- Experience with one or more of the Microsoft Office suites (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- An appetite to quickly learn new concepts, systems, and software
- An interest in the introduction of new ideas, original and creative thinking
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Analytical, organized, and great attention to detail
About Us:What’s in it for you:First, we strive to make our team members feel genuinely rewarded. You’ll have:
- Mental health coverage and resources
- Customizable health benefits, as well as topped-up parental leave
- Performance-based compensation, employee banking advantages and group RRSP matching
- Vacation time and flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle
We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package that reflects the value an individual brings to our organization. The compensation mentioned in this job posting should serve as a guide. The total cash compensation earned may vary based on a variety of factors including bonuses and/or incentives, an individual’s skills and experience, and may correlate with performance in the role.We also provide and encourage opportunities for our employees to make a meaningful impact. After all, as a credit union we’re powered by giving back-in big ways and through small gestures. That’s why we offer employees paid time off to volunteer, partner with thousands of local charities, build long-lasting relationships that help our members get ahead and commit to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.By joining our team, you’ll be able to elevate your potential. Wherever your own purpose leads, we’re here to support you with award-winning in-house training programs, access to LinkedIn Learning, and reimbursement for external courses to help you get ahead.Take the next step in your career as part of our team. Apply for this opportunity!Candidates, please note: if you are being considered for this role, you will be required to complete a background check, such as employment verification, credit check and criminal record check.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingAt First West Credit Union, we embrace diversity regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, race, ethnicity, age, diverse ability, and any aspect that makes someone unique. Inclusion is woven through our organization, from our employee-led network groups, hiring practices and education programs that address barriers and continually grow our equitable, diverse and inclusive culture.We encourage people who are from equity-deserving groups to apply for a career with us, including women or non-binary people, persons with diverse abilities, Black, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.If an accommodation would help you during the process of applying or interviewing for a career with us, please let us know how we can assist you, whether it’s preparing materials in an alternate format, booking an accessible meeting room or other arrangement.Your individuality is welcome here.About UsWe’re a financial cooperative that does things differently. We provide time-tested advice that helps our members feel optimistic about their future, and we offer comprehensive banking solutions that enable people to confidently reach their goals. With the financial strength and extended branch network of a large financial institution, we maintain local connections to our communities and take a unique grassroots approach to service. Our more than 250,000 members and approximately 1,250 employees operate from 45 branches throughout the province of BC, under the Envision Financial, Valley First, Island Savings and Enderby & District Financial brands. Visit firstwestcu.ca for more information on First West Credit Union.Please know we appreciate your interest in us but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Expected salary
Location
Langley City, BC
Job date
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:38:04 GMT
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