Senior Accountant

Webster First Federal Credit Union

Senior Accountant performing complex accounting activities ensuring compliance with IFRS standards at a nationally regulated financial institution. Mentoring junior accounting staff and advising on accounting-related matters.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeLangley • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$76,800 - CA$98,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing financial statements in accordance with IFRS, conducting complex reconciliations, and providing technical accounting advice. Possesses strong analytical skills for financial reporting and compliance, along with the ability to coach and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

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IFRS ComplianceFinancial Statement PreparationCPA CertificationAdvanced Excel SkillsOracle Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingComplex ReconciliationAccounting AnalysisTechnical Accounting AdviceTaxation KnowledgeRisk ManagementJournal Entry ReviewAudit PreparationTrend AnalysisAccounting Standards Research

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationTrust BuildingCommunication SkillsCoaching Ability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeOracle

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionInternational Financial Reporting StandardsInternal Control EnvironmentExternal AuditWorking Paper Preparation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepares financial statements in accordance with IFRS
Reconciles more complex accounts and checks the accuracy of journal entries to ensure general ledger is accurate and complete
Checks and analyzes financial information and prepares more complex reports, trend analysis and accounting statements to provide senior management with accurate and timely information for decision making
Runs the month end process meeting established timelines
Provides technical accounting advice within area of expertise
Coaches less experienced accounting staff
Runs projects independently with little manager oversight
Provides analytical review of journal entries, reconciliations and accounting variances, ensuring compliance with accounting framework in accordance with internal control environment
Prepares and maintains monthly working paper files to support financial statements and the external audit
Works with internal stakeholders on variances, advising on corrective action
Documents processes and accounting policies
Participates in professional networks and builds collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
May be required to attend board/senior leadership team meetings
Provides specialized educational briefings to all levels of the organization
Participates in organization wide projects representing Finance/Accounting
Participates in the year end external audit process including the preparation and analysis of working papers and the preparation of consolidated financial statements and note disclosures
Ensures all supporting documentation is prepared for auditors in accordance with the audit schedule
Prepares technical accounting position papers in accordance with IFRS for auditor’s reviews and defends accounting positions to auditors
Investigates and prepares responses to auditor queries
Maintains a thorough understanding of complex accounting, including treasury, tax and payroll
Maintains knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Researches and interprets accounting standards on specific issues
Leads the implementation of new accounting standards (IFRS)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or in a related field required
CPA required
5 years’ experience in an accounting role required
Experience within a financial institution is an asset
Oracle experience is an asset
Ability to perform complex tasks with little or no supervision; comfortable working in a fast-paced setting where meeting time-sensitive deadlines is required
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team environment
Proven ability and maturity to quickly establish and garner trust, respect and credibility organization-wide
Proficient with computer software applications e.g. MSOffice, advanced Excel skills
Comprehensive knowledge of accounting theory and IFRS standard, with the ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting guidance
Working knowledge of taxation
Displays an understanding of risk and risk ownership by being able to demonstrate adherence to policies and procedures.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Opportunities for employees to make a meaningful impact
Paid time off to volunteer
Access to LinkedIn Learning and reimbursement for external courses