Accounting Specialist

Being a part of BrokerLink, means you live our values: to act with integrity, be respectful of others, have a customer-driven mindset, strive for excellence and always treat others with generosity. These values drive our diversity and inclusion efforts to ensure a respectful and inclusive work environment is present.  

We want like-minded individuals who want to provide the highest level of customer service, who carry themselves with utmost professionalism.  

We want to invest in you! Your success is our success and our purpose of “we’re here to help people” is what motivates us to keep the amazing talent we attract, for a long time. We want to bring out the best of all our team members! Offering countless opportunities to grow and an environment which values our most important assets, you, our team members. We have over 200 offices across Canada, ask us about our flexible work arrangements!

Pay at BrokerLink is about much more than just salary.

- Flexible work arrangements

- Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, Wellness account and much more

- Share plan & other savings

Salary range (but not limited to):

87,200 - 106,600

Incentive plan

Annual bonus: 10% target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to 200% (subject to personal and company performance)

As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our incentive programs and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with BrokerLink matching a portion of your contributions.

Our Group RRSP, with company matching DPSP offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers.

Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, location etc. The salary range presented below is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.

About the role

We’re looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our growing team in Alberta or Ontario on a full-time, permanent basis.

Primary responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, supporting schedules, and other reporting requirements.
• Support the Financial reporting team during month, quarter and year end.
• Work on preliminary/final purchase price calculations for new acquisitions and prepare purchase journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts and sub-ledger accounts.

• Research technical accounting matters and prepare supporting documentation and accounting memos.
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards and accounting policy updates.
• Support the preparation of financial statement disclosures and management reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and reporting requirements.

• Prepare various regulatory and government reporting (RIBO, GST&HST, sales taxes, quarterly surveys etc.).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance the quality and reliability of financial information.

• Assist with finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations and process automation projects.

• Support ERP enhancements and finance-related system upgrades.
• Complete other tasks as assigned and other ad-hoc reporting and accounting projects as required.

Knowledge, skill and abilities required:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, or auditing roles, with a focus on public company financial reporting preferred

• Solid background in IFRS, including financial statement preparation, financial reporting, technical accounting research, and accounting policy application.

• Must have advanced excel skills
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of delivering accurate and timely financial information.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Strong problem solving, organizational, time management, prioritizing and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross- functionally and present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
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This position will fill an essential role in our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer

BrokerLink is committed to providing an accessible environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. 

BrokerLink is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment which embraces our diversities and sees them as our strength! We want to foster a workplace that makes all our team members and customers feel welcome and appreciated.  

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Please note that BrokerLink does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.

At BrokerLink, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that inspires each of us to be the best we can be. Join our team and make a difference!