accountant
Title posted on CivicJobs.ca -
Accountant 2
Posted on
August 28, 2024
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City of Surrey
Job details
City of SurreyAccountant 2As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city?and their careers?forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of SurreyScope Reporting to the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, this position is responsible for professional accounting, financial management, budgetary and operational control. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial support and advice to City departments. EMPLOYMENT STATUSUnion - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time ResponsibilitiesEnsure that all month-end financial accounting duties, and all resulting financial reporting is completed in a timely and accurate manner. Support the development of annual operating budgets and long range financial plans. Monitor, analyse and report on budgeted versus actual revenues and expenditures. Contribute ideas for process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and maintain and strengthen internal accounting policies and controls. Assist management in analyzing and explaining budgetary variances, financial decision making and consistent application of policies and standards. Analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports and projections as required. Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end financial summaries (including Forecasts) and business analytics for internal and external reporting. Support management in special projects and initiatives and ad-hoc reporting and analysis. Build effective working relationships with staff and management, and respond effectively to requests for financial information. Supervise staff responsible for accounting functions and provide training as necessary. Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned.QualificationsThe successful candidate will have:Demonstrated skills, ability, knowledge and experience necessary to perform duties of this degree of complexity. Minimum two years of directly related experience is a must. Successful completion of Core and Elective Modules 1 and 2 of the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) program. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Effective communication skills both orally and in writing. Extensive knowledge of financial systems and computer applications.The following would be considered an asset:Bachelor's degree in a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution. Having a Professional Accounting Designation (CPA). Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as they relate to local government including Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB).Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.Other Information Hourly Rate: $45.61 Steps ? Hourly RateStep 1: $45.61Step 2 (6 Months): $47.52Step 3 (18 Months): $49.52Step 4 (30 Months): $51.52 ApplyIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply at https://www.surrey.ca/about-surrey/jobs-careers to Job ID 6106www.surrey.ca/careers
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LocationSurrey, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$45.61HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CivicJobs.ca
#97544
Advertised until
2024-09-19
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