Accounting Technician

Bow Valley Credit Union•Stoney 142B, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bow Valley Credit Union is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Technician to be a cornerstone of our internal operations. If you love working with numbers, thrive on accuracy, and want to build a meaningful career in financial services, this could be the role for you. You'll be part of a collaborative team, handling a broad range of daily finance tasks that keep BVCU running smoothly.

Requirements

1–3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience
Comfortable working with numbers with an eye for patterns
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Outlook
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
Sound judgment and ability to troubleshoot and prioritize
Must be bondable
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Successful candidates must be bondable and will undergo a criminal and credit record check.
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DNA Banking or FAS systems
Background in credit unions or financial services

Responsibilities

Balance and monitor accounts, processes, and clearing reports daily
Process daily settlement transactions including inter-account transfers
Maintain accurate records and support audit trail requirements
Prepare and organize daily work for downstream processing and review
Reconcile internal accounts, suspense accounts, and clearing entries
Compare internal records to external statements; identify and resolve variances
Support month-end and year-end reconciliation processes
Update daily FX rates and cash management reports
Process investment and foreign exchange transactions with AB Central
Produce rates surveys for deposit rates as required
Identify inefficiencies and bring forward recommended solutions
Support development and testing of improved processes and documentation
Participate in rollout of new initiatives and act as a resource for adoption
Assist with data entry, filing, and digital finance record maintenance
Respond to routine internal transaction and account inquiries
Support special projects and cross-training, including accounts payable and staff RRSP funding