Analyst, Accounting

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. We have flexibility, in how, when, and where we work, within the boundaries of the business needs and the nature of your role. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee:

• Accrued vacation.
• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Support torwards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.
• While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates.

About the role
Join the Accounting Operations Team in the Analyst, Accounting position. Your skills and passion for accounting, data analysis and process improvements will support the cash and bank management, accounts receivable (AR) process execution, periodic tax and accounting transactions. In this role you will cover a range of activities related to accounting, reconciliation, reporting and analysis.

This is a temporary position of a duration of 12 months.

What you’ll do:

• Ensure the timely reception and posting of cash receipts, post journal entries, maintain accurate records, process, analyze and maintain settlement transactions and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile outstanding account balances, investigate and resolve payment, processing, settlement exceptions and discrepancies using various systems.
• Provide oversight for financial data transactions to ensure the accurate recording of data from corporate financial and/or transactional systems; and the monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliation, balancing, analysis and reporting in support of the records.
• Monitor internal controls and ensure compliance within area of responsibility.
• Manage the process for the issuance of federal and provincial tax payments and/or settlements of transactions.
• Update or recommend improvements to processes or financial systems by identifying opportunities for improving accuracy and/or efficiencies, contributing to the design and testing of enhancements and providing training as part of implementation.

What you should have:

• An Undergraduate degree in accounting, business administration or finance.
• A minimum of one year of experience in accounting operations.
• The knowledge and understanding of financial statements and general accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational skills, the ability to prioritize and work in a multi-demand environment.
• The knowledge and understanding of financial and internal control frameworks, requirements, and procedures.
• The ability to take initiative, work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

It would be great if you also had:

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations software.
• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
• Bilingualism (English and French).

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply 

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If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!