Associate Operational Accountant

Company: CGL
Department: Operational Accounting
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office)
Language: Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

The Operational Accounting Department is responsible for effective and efficient business processes for Accounts Payable, Claims Payable, Banking and Payroll reconciliation activities for all companies in the Co-operators Group, with the exception of Addenda. The Associate Operational Accountant is responsible for a variety of tasks related to operational accounting for the group of companies. These tasks include the administration of the corporate credit card, provision of support for users of the DATABASICS system, performance of internal control procedures and analysis, and performance of a number of tasks related to payroll, including the reconciliation of income statement and balance sheet accounts, the remittance of statutory deductions and intercompany settlement of commissions.

How you will create impact:

• Administer the group-wide credit card program ensuring adherence to corporate policy.
• Provide user support for the DATABASICS system across the group of companies including fielding user questions or requests. Analyzing data and situations to determine course of action to resolve the issue.
• Reconcile all general ledger accounts related to payroll/the HRIS system for all companies.
• Prepare remittances for statutory deduction and other payroll deductions and submit for payment.  
• Create manual journal entries relating to payroll as necessary, including the payments not posted to the Comp Hub system and intercompany settlements of commissions.

How you will succeed:

• You influence change and are committed to continuous improvement, in order to exceed client expectations. 
• You leverage critical thinking skills to identify problems and proactively propose solutions.
• Your strong communication skills allow you to clearly convey messages. 
• You’re an effective team player who shares knowledge to support your peers.

To join our team:

• Accounting/Commerce post secondary graduate.
• You have minimum 2-4 years experiences in accounting or finance in a life insurance or property and casualty environment preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and adherence to compliance and policy.
• Working towards becoming a Chartered Professional Accountant (i.e. CPA).
• Experience with Oracle ERP is an asset.

What you need to know:

• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
• Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
• In addition to our competitive salary and incentive programs, eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (e.g., health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program.

Salary information

“Expected salary/hourly range $50,280 - $83,800” (min-max, full range) 

Salary placement

“The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Co-operators in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.” 

Incentive/Variable pay 

“Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.”