Our client, a well-established Edmonton-based private investment company, is seeking an experienced Accounting & Tax Managerto join their finance team on an initial contract basis.This is a hands-on senior accounting role supporting a diversified portfolio of operating businesses and investments across industries including agriculture, food processing, hospitality, real estate and oilfield services.About the OpportunityReporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting, you will play a key role in overseeing month-end and quarter-end accounting, financial reporting, tax-related items and several ongoing finance projects.The initial contract is expected to run approximately 4–6 months, with the potential for extension or permanent conversion for the right candidate.Key Responsibilities:Reviewing month-end working paper files and monthly financial statementsReviewing quarter-end files and ensuring trial balances are accurateReviewing CaseWare budget files and confirming alignment with approved budgetsReviewing monthly GST filings and bank reconciliationsProviding oversight and support across accounts payable processesAssisting with cheque runs, payment processes and vendor transitions to electronic paymentsSupporting corporate tax instalmentsAssisting with bank account openings and banking system migration initiativesSupporting accounting system integration related to EFT and cheque processingAssisting with SharePoint file migrationSupporting corporate reorganizations,



including Section 85 rolloversWorking closely with senior finance leadership and business owners across a range of operating entitiesQualificationsWe are looking for a senior accounting qualified who can step into a complex environment quickly and operate comfortably at both the review and hands-on level. You will ideally bring:Significant progressive accounting experience, ideally within a senior accounting, controllership or financial reporting capacityPrevious public practice experience, or strong industry experience overseeing month-end/year-end reporting, budgeting and financial processesStrong working knowledge of CaseWareExperience reviewing financial statements, working papers and reconciliationsExperience overseeing accounts payable and broader finance processesStrong attention to detail and the ability to work independentlyConfidence working directly with business owners and senior leadershipNice to HaveCPA designationCorporate tax experienceExperience with Section 85 rolloversOil & gas production accounting experienceExperience within a multi-entity, investment, family office or diversified operating environmentCompensation & Work ModelCompetitive compensationHybrid work model, approximately60% in office / 40% remoteDowntown Edmonton locationInitial contract expected to run approximately 4–6 monthsPotential for extension or permanent conversionWe welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

📌 Accounting & Tax Manager (Edmonton)
🏢 Aplin
📍 Edmonton