Senior Accountant

In-Office, South East Edmonton | 6 Month Contract, Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organization providing specialized solutions that support critical infrastructure and operations across Western Canada. Known for their commitment to safety, operational excellence, and innovation, they have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services while maintaining long-standing relationships with clients and stakeholders.

This opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in supporting financial operations within a dynamic environment. Working closely with leadership, operations, and supply chain teams, the successful candidate will influence financial decision-making, strengthen reporting processes, and contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Accountant , you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while providing valuable insights that support strategic business decisions.

Fixed Assets & Capital Accounting

- Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, and transfers are accurately recorded.
- Prepare and record monthly depreciation entries.
- Support capital asset tracking and ensure proper documentation.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

- Manage inventory accounting activities, including valuation, reconciliation, and cost of goods sold calculations.
- Prepare manufacturing-related accounting entries and ensure inventory balances accurately reflect operational activity.




- Collaborate with operational teams to improve inventory controls and reporting accuracy.

Project & Capital Expenditure Management

- Partner with Supply Chain and Operations teams to monitor capital expenditures and project costs.
- Reconcile project spending and ensure timely capitalization of assets under construction.
- Support the financial oversight of ongoing capital projects by maintaining accurate records and reporting.

Intercompany Accounting & Reconciliations

- Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions, balances, and recharge allocations.
- Ensure supporting documentation is complete and accurate for consolidated financial reporting.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities related to intercompany accounts.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

- Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Analyze financial results and provide meaningful commentary on trends, variances, and performance metrics.
- Support leadership with financial insights that assist in operational and strategic decision-making.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting working papers.
- Coordinate audit schedules and provide documentation required for annual and internal audits.




- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal control requirements.

Process Improvement & Team Collaboration

- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and financial controls.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accuracy and operational effectiveness.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting team members while promoting best practices across the finance function.

Qualifications To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate: Education & Experience

- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
- CPA designation completed or in progress is required.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting and month-end close responsibilities.

Technical Skills

- Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting is required.
- Experience working with SAP or a comparable ERP system.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting.
- Knowledge of inventory accounting, fixed assets, and capital project accounting.

Key Competencies

- Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a solid attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

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