Financial Accounting Representative

Overview

Financial Accounting Representative Jobs in Kelowna, Canada at fortisBC

Position: Financial Accounting Representative 1

Affiliation:
MoveUP
Employment Status:
Full-Time Temporary
Salary: $35.55 hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible:
No
Workplace Flexibility:
No
Temp Duration: 12 months
Posting End Date:
Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We’re actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of with a diverse team of over 2,800 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let’s shape a brighter future for B.C.

Responsibilities

Processes bank transactions daily for Fortis

BC and its subsidiaries including:
Preparing the daily bank deposits;
Entering/Processing data of various bank related transactions Reconciling various bank accounts; and, Process stale dated cheques and other bank correspondence.

Maintains and balances the Miscellaneous Accounts Receivable module of SAP including:
Receiving invoice requisitions and related documentation from the various business units and producing the requested invoices including:
Reviewing all documentation for accuracy and appropriate approvals;
Reviewing for compliance with various tax laws;
Distributing customer invoices and appropriate supporting documentation; and, Maintaining and processing recurring invoice requirements. Reconciling customer account balances and the associated accounts receivable general ledger accounts;
Process overdue accounts by distributing customer statements and dunning letters and by following up and corresponding with customers and the various Fortis

BC business units to resolve customer issues; and, Reviewing and applying all cash receipts and collection agency related cash receipts.

Maintains and balances the Accounts Payable module of SAP including:
Receiving invoices, payment requisitions and interface files and related documentation from various business units and approving the requested invoices including:
Reviewing all documentation for accuracy and appropriate approvals;
Reviewing for compliance with various tax laws;
Appropriate supporting documentation; and, Maintaining and processing recurring invoice requirements.

Reconciling vendor account balances and the associated accounts payable general ledger accounts;

Process overdue vendor accounts by following up and corresponding with vendors and various business units to resolve vendor issues; and,

Analyzes, recommends and/or assists with implementing changes and enhancements in related department procedures.

Analyzes and prepares a variety of monthly account reconciliations for Fortis

BC and its subsidiaries, both in terms of current year actual to budget and current year to prior year variances.

Prepares working papers and analysis for the interim and year-end audit report requirements; responds to internal and external audit requests and inquiries.

Responds to a variety of inquiries. Compiles information in response to inquiries from management and external bodies such as the BCUC, external auditors, and government agencies.

Applies basic accounting principles as well as knowledge of internal accounting procedures and practices to accurately assess information and determine required action to be taken in resolving relevant problems and generating desired results. Acts as a resource for procedural matters to other staff within the organization.

Prepares and processes monthly commodity tax remittances.

Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above which do not affect the rating of the job.

Requirements

Completion of a Certificate in Accounting, Finance or a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution.

Three (3) years’ experience in accounting at an intermediate level including at least one (1) year with an emphasis on financial analysis.

Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including the ability to:
Respond to difficult or demanding customer situations with tact and diplomacy; and Take…

Title: Financial Accounting Representative

Company: fortisBC

Location: Kelowna, Canada

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