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FBC is looking for talented individuals to join our team in the role of Local Business Advisor. This role is an exciting mix of Business Development, Tax, Customer Service, Accounting, Bookkeeping and Sales. FBC is committed to the success of the Local Business Advisor and has implemented an extensive training and mentoring plan for all employees in this role.
The Local Business Advisor will be assigned a designated territory to work in and must be comfortable with travel. This role is perfect for an entrepreneurial person who loves building relationships and does not want a typical 9 to 5 desk job! We are hiring for several territories in Saskatchewan including Weyburn, Regina and Swift Current. Applicants who live in and around these regions are encouraged to apply.
Within this position, you would be responsible for the following:
Building strong relationships with current Members in designated territory
Representing FBC in the community within the designated territory
Meeting with Members and perform Member related services to FBC standards
Renewing Memberships to achieve agreed to retention goals
Develop a thorough understanding of services and processes to effectively aid the Members
Conduct prospecting activities to meet with and sign up new Members
Development of strong lead generation and sales skills
Participate in and pass designated training courses (provided by FBC)
Open communication with Team Leader to review successes and upcoming goals
To ensure your success in this role you would require the following:
The ability to travel throughout the territory
The ability to build and maintain long term relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to develop a strong network
The aptitude to learn to generate leads through networking, referrals and sales activities
Technical and practical skills in tax, accounting and bookkeeping (training provided)
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Numeracy
- Oral communication
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Accountant Specific Skills
- Provide financial, business and tax advice
- Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
- Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
- Examine accounting records
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Financial Auditor Specific Skills
- Examine financial records and transactions
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Large workload
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
Own Tools/Equipment
- Internet access
- Cellular phone
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Windows
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Excel
- Electronic mail
- Presentation software
- General office equipment