Staff Accountant

Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care.

Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada.

Staff Accountant

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Identify and prepare all journal entries as required


• Provide and document financial statement support including analysis, calculations and reconciliation, for key general ledger accounts


• Assisting in preparation of financial reports and regulatory reports for Parent Company (Wawanesa), including templates for reporting and initial analysis as required


• Responding to internal client enquiries and following through on resolution of issues


• Ensure financial statement close process controls are followed appropriately and effectively


• Oversee and manage the day-to-day full cycle accounting functions

The Value You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or Commerce


• Previous experience with balance sheet reconciliation and financial reporting is preferred 


• Proficient in Excel and Word

Role Details

• Hours/Duration: 37.5 hours per week – Temporary, 1 year contract


• Location: Remote options available across Canada


• Current Vacancy: Yes


• Requisition #: 83342


• Compensation Range: $51,000 – $60,000

Why Western?

Western’s people‑first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

Highlights include:

• 14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company‑matching savings programs, and 100% employer‑paid group benefits for eligible employees


• Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024–2025 through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation.

Our Commitment to Inclusion: At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification.  If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [email protected] or visit our Careers page.

Our Human‑First Hiring Approach:  We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (non‑AI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team.

Ready to Apply?

If making a meaningful impact in your community and growing your career in a supportive, purpose‑driven environment excite you, we’d love to hear from you.