Accounting Operations Manager

Truthfulness | Fairness | Value | Loyalty
As one of Canada's largest insurance providers, Western has more than 220 locations across Canada. With over 2,100 team members, our actions are anchored in our Guiding Principles, Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty. We take care to deliver the right insurance solution every time so our customers can live confidently.
Accounting Operations Manager
Reporting to the Director of Accounting Operations, you will be responsible for Supporting and overseeing Accounting Operations related to receipts, disbursements, reconciliations, and GIC administration. You will mentor, lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team.
Here is what a typical day looks like

• Build, drive, and sustain an engaged, high-performing team through employee development, performance management, and team effectiveness to drive accountability and favorable outcomes
• Lead the change management process and establish support from key stakeholders
• Oversee the agency and direct bill reconciliation process
• Review, approve, and post monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations
• Participate in Accounting Operations aspects of integration of new acquisitions, projects, and initiatives
• Identifying, troubleshooting and resolving issues with branch offices, Central Processing Unit, insurance carriers and banks and escalating complex issues
• Participating in Broker Management System month end close rotation
• Serving as the designated business liaison with Insurance Companies and banks for issue resolution

The value you bring

• Post-secondary degree in business/accounting program and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years' related experience in Accounting
• 5 years Leadership experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Hours: 37.5 hours/week,
Location: High River, AB
Requisition #: 80344
Salary range: $87,000 - $119,000
What if I don't meet every requirement?
If you're excited about the role but your experience doesn't check every box - we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right person for this role - or we might have another that suits you even better!
At Western, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace in the communities we work and live in If you have questions or require accommodation, please reach out to us.
Health and Wellness
We take pride in providing programs that add value to our people's lives - after all, they are our greatest asset. Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package consisting of 3 weeks' vacation, 14 wellness days, company matching investment and savings programs, and 100% employer-paid group benefits, including a health care spending account.
For over 20 years, supporting our local communities has been a part of everything we do - it's engrained in our culture though the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation