Director, Accounting Operations

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Director of Accounting Operations at Servus Credit Union ensuring accuracy of financial processes. Leading a cross-functional team to modernize accounting operations and improve efficiency.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate closely with the leaders of Financial Reporting, Tax, Projects and Systems Accounting, and Lease Accounting to ensure a strong cross functional team within the Financial Reporting department
Oversight of all accounting operations activities and processes including the key areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cards and payments, fixed assets, payroll, and general accounting
Lead and develop the Accounting Operations team with the goal of continuing to modernize the functions to improve efficiency, scalability, accuracy, and timeliness
Establish team priorities and ensure delivery of departmental objectives and organizational outcomes
Accountable for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
Ensure compliance with department and corporate policies, the Credit Union Act, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and other applicable legislation
Promote strong financial governance and adherence to internal controls over financial reporting (ICOFR) following the COSO framework
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, process optimization, and operational effectiveness
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing and engaged team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, B. Comm or equivalent
Working knowledge of IFRS and the Credit Union Act
Experience in preparing financial statements in accordance with IFRS
7+ years of progressively senior positions in accounting within a financial institution
3+ years of people leadership experience with a focus on developing high-performing teams, cultivating a culture of excellence and achieving operational efficiency
Active Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation including performance-based incentive pay and profit share
Training & Development Opportunities
Career Advancement Potential
Flexible work options
Meaningful work towards individual and corporate goals
Opportunities to get involved and give back through an employee volunteer program

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial reportingaccounts payableaccounts receivablefixed assetspayrollgeneral accountingfinancial statementsautomationprocess optimizationoperational effectiveness

Soft Skills

leadershipteam developmentcross-functional collaborationorganizational outcomesfinancial governancecontinuous improvementengagementculture of excellenceoperational efficiencyprioritization

Certifications

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)