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Heritage Co‑op is inviting applications for an ACCOUNTING MANAGER

For our Finance department located in Minnedosa, MBn

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Vice President Finance & Risk, the Accounting Manager oversees the day‑to‑day accounting operations of Heritage Co‑op, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls are in place and compliance with regulatory and Co‑op governance requirements. This role supports the financial health of the Co‑op while aligning accounting practices with Co‑op’s principles, member accountability and community values.n

The position also provides leadership to the accounting team, fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, integrity, excellence and teamwork.

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Our core Values are Integrity, Excellence and Responsibility

Key Job Responsibilities include:

- Perform and oversee general ledger activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and inventory accounting of multiple business units.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial close processes.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and period forecasts.
- Support long‑term financial planning aligned with the co‑op’s strategic goals.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations and filing requirements.
- Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.
- Coordinate year‑end audits and liaise with external auditors.
- Support risk management and fraud prevention initiatives.
- Prepare financial information for management, board and members.
- Support patronage allocations, equity accounts and member dividends (where applicable).




- Ensure transparency and accountability consistent with cooperative values.
- Supervise and develop accounting staff.
- Assign work, set priorities and ensure deadlines are met.
- Foster a collaborative, service‑oriented team culture.
- Support onboarding, training and knowledge transfer within the team.
- Identify opportunities for efficiency, automation and improved controls.
- Support system implementations or upgrades.

Who you are:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- Minimum 6+ years of accounting experience.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
- Experience in a cooperative, retail, agriculture, energy or member‑owned organization.
- Experience with inventory‑based accounting.
- Familiarity with Canadian accounting standards and taxation.
- Strong technical accounting and financial analysis.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Leadership and people‑management capability.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑financial stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
- Sound judgment and integrity.
- Commitment to cooperative values and member service.
- CPA designation (or working toward completion) is considered an asset.
- Financial Stewardship:



Protects the financial interests of the co‑op and its members.
- Accountability & Integrity: Acts ethically and transparently.
- Leadership: Builds capability, trust and collaboration within the team.
- Continuous Improvement: Seeks efficiencies and better ways of working.
- Member Focus: Understands the unique financial needs of a member‑owned organization.

If you are interested in this position, please speak to your team leader and visit our job board at click Careers‑Join Our Team! n

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.

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What we offer:

- A competitive compensation and benefit package including Group Life Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental, and an employer‑contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.
- Inclusive work environment: we embrace diversity and inclusion and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.
- Professional development opportunities to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
- Additional offerings: Team Member Purchase Rebate Program, Team Member Volunteer Incentive Program, Home Centre Preferred Pricing, EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance Program), Team Member Fitness Rebate up to $100 per year towards health/fitness purchases.
- At Heritage Co‑op, we strive to be an employer of choice by creating a culture our

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📌 Accounting Manager (Minnedosa)
🏢 eBrandon
📍 Minnedosa