Summit Search Group is proud to partner with a non-profit focused on economic sustainability and growth, who are committed to providing strong service, responsible stewardship and meaningful support to Alberta’s agriculture industry.

If you want to contribute meaningfully to producers in Alberta and are looking for an accounting role where you can build your experience, contribute beyond your day-to-day transactions and become an important part of a collaborative finance team, we’d look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

As the Intermediate Accountant, you enjoy getting into the details, solving problems and making sure the numbers tell the right story.

This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with a few years of experience who is ready to broaden their skills and gain exposure across the full accounting cycle. You’ll work closely with our Accounting Manager and finance team while supporting an organization that plays an important role in Alberta’s agriculture industry.

You possess a continuous improvement mindset with a knack for developing processes while contributing positively as a collaborative team member.

Responsibilities

- Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records
- Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
- Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close
- Assist with financial statements, management reporting and financial analysis
- Manage and support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
- Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collections
- Prepare schedules and working papers for our annual external audit
- Assist with budget monitoring and budget-to-actual variance reporting
- Support project, grant,



research and other financial reporting
- Work with colleagues across the organization to answer questions and solve accounting issues
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems and internal controls

Qualifications:

- A degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field
- 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a full-cycle environment
- Hands-on experience with AP, AR, reconciliations, journal entries and general ledger accounting
- A solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel (experience with Xero accounting software would be an asset)
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- The ability to organize competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach
- The confidence to investigate discrepancies, ask questions and follow issues through to resolution

What’s in it for you? Our client believes employees should have a rewarding career and time for life outside of work.

As a full-time permanent employee, you'll have access to:

- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits program
- RRSP matching program
- Generous vacation and personal time
- Collaborative, inclusive and supportive team environment

This is a full-time onsite position in Calgary, Alberta. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to Mariah Beahen at [email protected] . Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process.

📌 Intermediate Accountant (Calgary)
🏢 Summit Search Group
📍 Calgary