Together, Let’s Do Great Things!
We’re the largest financial institution based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, and we’ve got an opportunity for you. We need a Manager, Finance, so if you’re looking for a leadership opportunity and are passionate about accounting and finance operations, we want to hear from you!
Position Type: Permanent
What’s the role?
As the Manager, Finance you are responsible for a variety of accounting functions including preparation of monthly financial statements, financial statement presentation and review, reports and reconciliations across all business lines. You will regularly evaluate and monitor accounting control functions and standards, and recommend changes to enhance the overall control environment within the Finance Department. As Manager, Finance you will assist the Senior Manager, Finance with year-end audit processes, working directly with the auditors to help complete the audits, and working closely with internal auditors to provide information when requested. You will also review and approve adjustments, entries and reconciliations processed by direct reports including accounts payable, accounts receivable and employee expense reports.
This opportunity offers the ability to work remotely from anywhere in British Columbia.
What are we looking for?
- Completion of a Business Degree or Diploma with a specialization in Finance or Accounting.
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Minimum seven years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting, financial planning, treasury management, and/or financial analysis.
- Minimum two years experience working in public practice would be considered an asset.
- Minimum two years experience leading teams
Ideally, you are a flexible, collaborative team player with:
- Working knowledge of FMS (Financial Management System) programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of financial statement presentation, full cycle accounting and internal controls
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data management
- Knowledge regarding the development, review, and implementation of accounting policies and processes in areas of financial management to ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS and any accounting changes.
- Working knowledge of statutory reports with British Columbia Financial Services Authority (BCFSA)
- Working knowledge of the Credit Union’s financial reporting systems and processes.
- Experience with Regulatory Filings would be considered an asset.
- Previous experience with financial institution, tax and/or insurance accounting is considered an asset.
- Have a demonstrated ability to coach and motivate a team of representatives.
If you’re an approachable problem solver who embraces self-development and life-long learning, you’ll be a great fit with us.
What we offer you:
- Competitive salary
- A comprehensive benefits package including MSP, dental, and extended healthcare
- Employer paid RRSP benefit
- Ongoing support for education and career development
Who are we?
Coastal Community has been in business over 70 years, and we’re proud of the things that make us who we are:
- We’re 100% member-owned and locally-based—all of Coastal Community’s operations, Board of Directors and employees are based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, with all decisions made locally.
- We’re a growing organization with over 2.5 billion in Credit Union assets, serving over 100,000 members and clients through our 24 branches, 16 insurance offices and 4 business centres.
- We believe in making meaningful contributions to the communities we call home, and in the last five years alone, we’ve contributed $2.5 million to community partners across our islands.
If you join us you’ll work hard, but have a lot of fun along the way. We offer a generous compensation package and a great work/life balance because we want you to spend your career here. Many people do!