Accounting Technician

Bow Valley Credit Union is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Technician to be a cornerstone of our internal operations. If you love working with numbers, thrive on accuracy, and want to build a meaningful career in financial services, this could be the role for you.

You'll be part of a collaborative team, handling a broad range of daily finance tasks that keep BVCU running smoothly.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Daily Balancing & Monitoring

• Balance and monitor accounts, processes, and clearing reports daily
• Process daily settlement transactions including inter-account transfers
• Maintain accurate records and support audit trail requirements
• Prepare and organize daily work for downstream processing and review

Reconciliation

• Reconcile internal accounts, suspense accounts, and clearing entries
• Compare internal records to external statements; identify and resolve variances
• Support month-end and year-end reconciliation processes

Treasury & Foreign Exchange

• Update daily FX rates and cash management reports
• Process investment and foreign exchange transactions with AB Central
• Produce rates surveys for deposit rates as required

Process Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies and bring forward recommended solutions
• Support development and testing of improved processes and documentation
• Participate in rollout of new initiatives and act as a resource for adoption

General Finance Support

• Assist with data entry, filing, and digital finance record maintenance
• Respond to routine internal transaction and account inquiries
• Support special projects and cross-training, including accounts payable and staff RRSP funding

What You Bring

• 1–3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience
• Comfortable working with numbers with an eye for patterns
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
• Sound judgment and ability to troubleshoot and prioritize

Nice to Have

• Experience with DNA Banking or FAS systems
• Background in credit unions or financial services

THE FINE PRINT:

• This position is on-site in Cochrane, Alberta
• Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
• Must be bondable and have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

APPLYING WITH BVCU:

BVCU is strongly rooted in the communities we serve and have built considerable success by delivering exceptional service and products to our members to help built a strong financial future.  We take great pride in the communities and are committed to helping them thrive.  Total compensation includes Flex Days, vacation, RRSP program, and benefits, including an HSA.

At BVCU, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, and all other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain our talent from a diverse candidate pool. The credit union reserves the right to change job accountabilities and responsibilities as business needs dictate.

BVCU thanks you for your application, but we will only be contacting successful applicants. Online applications only.

Successful candidates must be bondable and will undergo a criminal and credit record check. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.