Financial Accountant

Founded in 2005, Value Partners Investments (VPI) is a Winnipeg-based investment firm that currently manages over $4.7 Billion in assets primarily through nine investment funds (the “Pools”) that are distributed through investment dealers and mutual fund dealers, as well as an investment counsel service which provides discretionary management services to high-net-worth focused financial planners and wealthy families across Canada.

Our mission is to improve the lives of our clients by investing wisely and providing a world-class client experience and industry-leading communication to those who have entrusted us with their wealth. Value Partners is currently registered as an investment fund manager, portfolio manager and exempt market dealer.

Reporting directly to the Manager of Finance, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing the day-to-day accounting and finance activities of the Company and its parent company.  This candidate will have a primary focus on payables and expense management and will possess excellent communication and time management skills. 

Responsibilities

Essential:

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities;
• Concur credit card & expense processing;
• Prepare month-end closing entries;
• Assist with the preparation of monthly account reconciliations;
• Assist with payroll preparation & updating records;
• Assist with the preparation of government filings;
• Compile financial information to support other departments;
• Assist with Corporate audit preparation and responding to queries from auditors;
• Ad hoc analysis as required;
• Other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Intermediate-level accounting education;
• At least 3 -5 years working experience in a similar role;
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks;
• Knowledge of the investment industry and good business acumen an asset.

Technical Knowledge

• Intermediate working knowledge/experience with Microsoft Office products;
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central an asset;
• Experience with Concur expense reporting software an asset;
• Experience with Jet Reports financial reporting software an asset.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent team player with the ability to build collaborative working relationships;
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize multiple tasks with competing deadlines.

Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits

Health & Wellness Spending Account

4% Matching RRSP allocation

Great workplace culture!