Top Benefits
About the role
The Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day operational accounting activities and month-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions for select operational units of the Company. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity of financial information in the general ledger.
The Accountant supports the accounting team management with implementation of standardized processes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and controls and procedure documentation with a shared services mindset.
The Accountant will:
- Support senior accountants in carrying out full-cycle accounting and month-end close activities for select operational units of the Company, enabling timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare transactional batches, journal entries, and completes account reconciliations and accruals for senior accountants’ review.
- Assist with importing trial balances for non-integrated practices into the corporate general ledger.
- Maintain effective internal control processes to safeguard company assets and ensure financial data integrity.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the external audit by providing necessary documentation and analysis.
- Participate in integration of acquired companies into accounting function.
- Support process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to streamline accounting operations, as required.
- Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
To be successful as an Accountant at People Corporation, you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- In the early stages of obtaining a CPA designation, or ready to enroll in the CPA program.
- Relevant accounting experience, with specific experience in month-end close processes.
- Work experience with a major accounting firm would be considered an asset.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems; proficiency in using Workday considered an asset.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manipulate financial data.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong planning and organization skills.
- Acquisition and integration experience would be considered an asset.
What’s in it for you:
- Learn by working alongside our experts
- Extended health care and dental benefits
- A retirement savings plan with company contributions
- A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
- Mental Health programs and support for you and your family
- Assistance for the completion of industry designations
- Competitive compensation
At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders.
Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we’re committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to careers@peoplecorporation.com.
About People Corporation
At People Corporation®, we are making a difference in the lives of more than one million Canadian employees and their families by providing employee group benefits, group retirement, wellness, and human resource solutions.
People Corporation is dedicated to helping businesses succeed. With offices and partner firms across the country, we offer expertise in your local market, while being supported by the resources of one of Canada’s fastest growing companies.
We specialize in:
Group Benefits Consulting and Advisory Services Third Party Administration Customized Billing and Reporting Sustainable Solutions Cost Containment Benchmarking Multiple Funding Arrangements Integrating Several Carrier Solutions into a Single Solution Preferred Supplier and Pharmacy Networks Disability Management Health Spending Accounts Wellness Solutions Value-Added Programs Best-in-Class Service Support backed by our Concierge Service Program
Our diverse team of experts provide industry-specific insight, and offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of your business and your most valuable asset – your people. Visit peoplecorporation.com to experience the benefits of people.
Top Benefits
About the role
The Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day operational accounting activities and month-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions for select operational units of the Company. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity of financial information in the general ledger.
The Accountant supports the accounting team management with implementation of standardized processes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and controls and procedure documentation with a shared services mindset.
The Accountant will:
- Support senior accountants in carrying out full-cycle accounting and month-end close activities for select operational units of the Company, enabling timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare transactional batches, journal entries, and completes account reconciliations and accruals for senior accountants’ review.
- Assist with importing trial balances for non-integrated practices into the corporate general ledger.
- Maintain effective internal control processes to safeguard company assets and ensure financial data integrity.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support the external audit by providing necessary documentation and analysis.
- Participate in integration of acquired companies into accounting function.
- Support process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to streamline accounting operations, as required.
- Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
To be successful as an Accountant at People Corporation, you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- In the early stages of obtaining a CPA designation, or ready to enroll in the CPA program.
- Relevant accounting experience, with specific experience in month-end close processes.
- Work experience with a major accounting firm would be considered an asset.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems; proficiency in using Workday considered an asset.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manipulate financial data.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong planning and organization skills.
- Acquisition and integration experience would be considered an asset.
What’s in it for you:
- Learn by working alongside our experts
- Extended health care and dental benefits
- A retirement savings plan with company contributions
- A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
- Mental Health programs and support for you and your family
- Assistance for the completion of industry designations
- Competitive compensation
At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders.
Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we’re committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to careers@peoplecorporation.com.
About People Corporation
At People Corporation®, we are making a difference in the lives of more than one million Canadian employees and their families by providing employee group benefits, group retirement, wellness, and human resource solutions.
People Corporation is dedicated to helping businesses succeed. With offices and partner firms across the country, we offer expertise in your local market, while being supported by the resources of one of Canada’s fastest growing companies.
We specialize in:
Group Benefits Consulting and Advisory Services Third Party Administration Customized Billing and Reporting Sustainable Solutions Cost Containment Benchmarking Multiple Funding Arrangements Integrating Several Carrier Solutions into a Single Solution Preferred Supplier and Pharmacy Networks Disability Management Health Spending Accounts Wellness Solutions Value-Added Programs Best-in-Class Service Support backed by our Concierge Service Program
Our diverse team of experts provide industry-specific insight, and offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of your business and your most valuable asset – your people. Visit peoplecorporation.com to experience the benefits of people.