Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Senior Accountant for our client, in Calgary, AB. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional with strong expertise in financial reporting, annual audits, Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS), and financial process improvement.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the operational excellence of the Finance department by ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial information. This opportunity is ideal for a collaborative and detail-oriented professional who enjoys providing technical accounting expertise and partnering with stakeholders across an organization.

Shift: Monday to Friday

Job type: 2 months Contract | Full-time

Here’s why you should apply:

Paid weekly accurate and on time

Strong health and safety programs

Medical and dental benefits once qualified

Free training programs

New and quicker onboarding process
Responsibilities:
Annual PSAS Audit Support

Prepare year-end working papers, reconciliations, and audit schedules in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS)

Assist in preparing financial statement note disclosures and supporting documentation

Respond to audit requests and coordinate information required by external auditors

Research and document accounting positions under PSAS, including the preparation of technical accounting memoranda as required

Support the resolution of audit findings and follow up on outstanding audit requests

Assist in preparing supporting documentation for complex accounting transactions

Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations

Analyze general ledger accounts and investigate variances

Prepare technical accounting position papers

Support accurate and timely financial reporting activities

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls,



and reporting requirements

Business Process Documentation

Document finance business processes resulting from system implementations and operational improvements

Partner with Finance and operational departments to validate and refine documented processes

Assist with knowledge transfer and documentation to support ongoing operations

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls

Stakeholder Collaboration

Provide technical accounting support to Finance team members and operational stakeholders

Collaborate with departments across the College to support financial reporting and compliance requirements

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen financial processes and data integrity

Qualifications and Skills:

CPA designation (CPA, CA, CPA, CMA, or CPA, CGA) in good standing

Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial and regulatory reporting and annual audits

Experience preparing financial statements in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS)

Robust knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls

Demonstrated experience supporting external audits and preparing audit documentation

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience working with integrated enterprise financial management systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, variances, and financial risks

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

High level of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment

Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

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📌 Senior Accountant (Alberta)
🏢 Adecco
📍 Alberta