At
CWB
, we strive to build value for the people who choose us every day: our people, our clients and our investors. We do this by holding true to the values that guide us. We put people first and build relationships with intention. We seek out and embrace new ideas, knowing that better is always possible. We believe that how we do things is as important as what we do. And we harness the power of inclusion. Our culture is who we are and how we show up - as individuals and as a team - to accomplish our strategy.
Role Specifications
Everyday flexibility. Hybrid work environments. On-site requirements. Collaborative connections.
Location: Toronto, ON
Inclusion has power.
Labels don’t matter here. But your perspective does.
Bring you. All of you. Single parent. Ally. Rock climber. Indigenous community member. Film buff. Amputee. Nature photographer. Climate change activist.
The opportunity
As the Accountant, your primary responsibility is to ensure the accurate and timely accounting of transactions for CWB’s Wealth Management group of companies, including CWB Wealth Management Ltd, and Canadian Western Insurance Ltd. This position is also responsible for the full accounts receivable cycle for CWB Wealth’s financial planning, tax and education wellness services.
Working alongside a small team of 6 Accountants, this is your opportunity to contribute, learn and grow. The successful incumbent will bring a collaborative approach, strong communication skills and an astute attention to detail. If you love to work with tight deadlines, thrive in a small group environment and can get going quickly, we want to hear from you!
Specific Accountabilities
Month End Close
Prepares and processes all month end journal entries for CWB Wealth Management (WM), and other Wealth entities.
Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accurate representation of assets and liabilities.
Generates the preliminary trial balance and financial statements and update working papers for the Wealth legal entities.
Prepares and documents variance analysis on balance sheet and income statements, including comparisons to budget and prior periods, on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
Accounts Receivable (AR) and Revenue Reporting
Prepares monthly and quarterly invoices for corporate and private clients.
Runs the sales report in the Profx time and billing system every month for financial planning and tax prep business line and prepare sales journal entries.
Processes and records client payments and ensures all invoice payments are collected in a timely manner.
Contact clients to process invoices using Payfirma, visa payments.
Generates the monthly work in progress report and ensures time logging is up to date.
Compiles and balances revenue reports quarterly to be reviewed and distributed to the consultants.
Provides monthly AR aging reports to consultants and follows up any inquires or discrepancies regarding outstanding invoices.
Investigate and resolve client queries through reconciliation of accounts.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives by constantly reviewing current processes to find opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Banking Transactions & Indirect Tax Filings
Audit
Contributors to your success
University degree with an accounting focus.
Minimum three (3) years of work experience in accounting and administration, with knowledge of finance, wealth management and/or banking industry an asset.
Intermediate to advanced digital literacy, with proven ability to utilize multiple software programs, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
Solid understanding of the end to end daily and month end accounting processes.
Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster solid cross functional collaboration.
Highly organized and capable of adhering to deadlines and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Why work with us?
Your success is our obsession! And our benefits back it up.
Wellness matters. We offer an award-winning benefits package that includes hybrid work environments, everyday flexibility, a health coverage tailored to best meet the needs of our diverse & multigenerational workforce including a robust wellness program & generous time-away options to unplug, rest & recover. Bring your whole self to work. Inclusion is a journey requiring practice & experience to result in a powerful outcome. Your perspective matters & voice will be heard. Find community within the CWB family in our employee represented groups. Career development. We commit to our employees’ development and help them reach their professional goals with organization wide coaching services, mentorship, education support & training programs. Strategic career design is an investment in our core asset – our people. Innovation. Learn. Grow. Enhance. At CWB, we play to win. When we fail, we fail forward. Recognition. Peer-to-peer recognition programs for “in the moment” and monumental wins. Community giving. Make a difference. Drive economic prosperity in your community. Get involved. Volunteer. Fundraise. All with CWB support. ESG & sustainability focused. Be proud of where you spend, work & invest. Financial rewards. Base salary & pay for performance incentives. Retirement investment strategy. You can’t work forever! So, we’ve got you covered. Company ownership. No greater sense of motivation & empowerment than being an owner.
Find your
why
at www.CWBcareers.com
Take your career further with CWB. Apply today.
As an equitable employer, CWB Financial Group is committed to providing a safe and
inclusive environment
where a diverse workforce thrives. You are welcomed and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Dignity, respect and equality are non-negotiables. If you require
accommodation
during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please reach out.
Closing Date:
- Position closes at 12:01am on the close date identified below.
10/7/2023
