Accountant - Edmonton

Accountant - Edmonton

01 Aug
|
Field Law
|
Edmonton

01 Aug

Field Law

Edmonton

Field Law accepts unsolicited résumés for support staff positions that become available from time to time. Interested applicants may submit their covering letter and résumé via email, in confidence to [email protected]. We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those with relevant and pertinent experience will be contacted.

Qualified applicants are welcomed and preferred to apply directly.

- Accountant - Edmonton

- We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to take ownership of month-end accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives while supporting the Accounting Manager and broader Finance team. Field Law is committed to upholding our core values of Collegiality, Integrity, and Professional Excellence, which serve as the foundation of our dedication to creating a high-quality, collaborative, and respectful environment for everyone.

Duties + Responsibilities

- Perform full-cycle accounting and general ledger maintenance
- Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end working papers, reconciliations, and journal entries
- Complete bank, balance sheet, and account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, audit requirements, and regulatory filings
- Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
- Support financial system improvements, process automation, and reporting enhancements
- Provide cross-functional support and backup coverage for team members as needed




- Participate in special projects and perform ad hoc analysis and reporting, and
- Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications + Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Enrollment in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP), including completion of or progression toward Capstone, is considered an asset
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a full-cycle accounting role
- Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is considered a strong asset
- Experience working with trust accounting processes is considered an asset
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Experience preparing working papers and supporting year-end audits
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting and financial reporting systems
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach, and
- Ability to work independently while providing cross-functional support and backup coverage for team members.

Working Conditions

- Fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Normal week-day office hours (35), and
- Potential for occasional extended hours to meet deadlines or during audits.

📌 Accountant - Edmonton
🏢 Field Law
📍 Edmonton

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