Senior Financial Accountant

About GroupHEALTH

At GroupHEALTH, we’re proud of the work we do - but it’s how we do it that truly sets us apart. We’re a fast-moving, ever-evolving, stable organization with deep roots and a bold vision: to transform the way Canadians experience benefits. We combine agility with long-term stability to create meaningful impact.

Here, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find a purpose-driven, people-first culture where kindness, collaboration, and curiosity thrive. Whether you’ve been here fifteen years or fifteen days, you’ll notice right away - our people are genuinely invested in one another’s success and delivering exceptional experiences to our clients and plan members.

About the Role

The Senior Financial Accountant will lead Group Reporting, Financial Reporting, and Treasury activities across the GroupHEALTH Family of Companies. This includes parent company consolidation submissions, month-end close, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, financial statement preparation and analysis, periodic reporting, annual audit support, and cash flow management. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Treasury and Group Reporting, the Senior Financial Accountant plays a key role in delivering accurate, timely reporting to our parent company.

This is a hybrid role, working a mix of days in office and days from home.

What to Expect in Your First 3 Months

• First 30 Days: Develop a strong understanding of the GroupHEALTH Family of Companies, learn the German parent company’s Group Reporting requirements, and become familiar with ECON, including quarter-end close and reporting requirements.


• First 60 Days: Complete training on Sage Intacct financial reporting for executive and parent company reporting, complete training on balance sheet reconciliations, and become familiar with key accounts, transaction types, and month-end journal entries.


• First 90 Days: Develop a working understanding of the month-end close process, become familiar with the Dynamics GP configurations used in the reconciliation process, and complete the first two CEBS courses.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare quarterly reporting submissions to the German parent company system (ECON) for actual and forecast results, including note disclosures, as well as annual reporting for the multi-year plan


• Update and maintain the 5-year plan financial model


• Prepare weekly cash reporting


• Manage daily banking and bank reconciliations


• Prepare month-end journal entries


• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and analysis


• Manage tax remittances


• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and financial statements


• Support annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting


• Prepare annual audit files


• Prepare quarterly PP&E, intangibles, and tax schedules


• Prepare fixed asset schedules for various entities


• Prepare quarterly consolidation entries using the Consolidation Workbook

What We’re Looking For

• CPA designation


• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a Senior Accountant or similar role


• Advanced MS Excel skills


• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills


• Experience in financial reporting and month-end close is an asset


• Experience with IFRS is an asset


• Experience with consolidations is an asset


• Experience with group benefits is an asset

Critical Competencies

You will succeed in this role if you are:

• A Job Knowledge & Professional Development - Fully understands the role and acts without being told what to do, with a continual focus on expanding knowledge of the role and the company.


• A Curiosity & Innovation - Asks questions, respectfully challenges current processes, and brings new ideas that drive continual improvement.


• An Organization & Planning - Plans and prioritizes efficiently, meets deadlines, and does not let important details slip through the cracks.


• A Teamwork - Builds positive, collaborative relationships with peers and leaders and lends a helping hand whenever needed.


• A Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and concisely, communicates respectfully, and follows through on commitments.


• A Math & Computer Skills - Exhibits strong mathematical ability and is proficient with computers and new technology.


• A Delivering WOW! - Takes ownership of the role, brings a positive, can-do attitude, and goes above and beyond to get the job done.

Compensation

At the time of this posting, the estimated annual base salary for this position is $85,000 - $90,000. Individual compensation within this range is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, and education/training. This range reflects the annual base salary only and does not encompass the comprehensive total rewards package that we proudly offer.

Why Join Us

• Beyond salary, we offer generous paid time off, extended health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, and flexible work options


• Wellness support, including comprehensive mental health resources, to prioritize your well-being both in and out of the workplace


• A supportive culture, with opportunities to grow, and where our team members feel valued and empowered to thrive.

Accommodation and Inclusion

GroupHEALTH is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you need accommodation during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know! We’re here to help.

If you’re ready to do meaningful work and grow your career with GroupHEALTH, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply to submit your application.