Job Responsibility:

Reporting to the Senior Corporate Accountant, The Intermediate Accountant will be responsible for Bank reconciliations, Online Payment Processing, recurring monthly Journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, examination and analysis of financial records and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards of Universal Rail Systems. They will meet professional obligations through productive work habits, schedules, communications, and meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare Monthly bank reconciliations & coordinating the resolution of outstanding items.
- Prepare EFT and Wire/Cheque Requisitions as necessary.
- Preparation of excise tax (GST/HST/PST) returns.
- Assist in the preparation of Month-end Journal entries with corresponding support/backup.
- Reconcile & Maintain balance sheet account working papers monthly, with supporting schedules.
- Preparation of select recurring monthly Journal entries.
- Maintain complete and accurate documentation for all entries and working papers.
- Support other departments (AR, AP, Treasury) as necessary reconciling subledgers, coordinating entries, and requesting documents from external parties (Certificates of insurance, Vendor Statements etc.)
- Meet skilled obligations through efficient work habits such as, meetings deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources, raising issues, and meetings.
- Maintain professional communication with external contacts (Auditors, Customers, Vendors etc.)
- Assist with quarterly and year end audit requests.
- Always demonstrate respect to others.
- Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

- Detailed oriented with good communication skills and organizational abilities.
- Understanding of different company functions, Such as AR, AP, Payroll and Finance
- Strong computer skills are required with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)




- Clear understanding of the different elements of the Financial Statements, (Revenue, Assets & Liabilities etc.) with an ability to code general ledger entries consistently and accurately.
- Proven organizational skills to meet set deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a high pressure and demanding work setting.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform maturely and professionally ensuring complete confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- A degree/diploma in or progress towards a Commerce, Business Admin, or equivalent discipline.
- 3+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in a corporate environment
- Knowledge of Accpac (Sage 300) and/or CMIC would be considered an asset.

WHAT WE OFFER:

- Competitive Compensation Package
- An industry leading comprehensive benefits program, including extended health and dental
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Contributions to RRSP, as well as Employee Employer Matching
- Health and Wellness Spending Accounts, where unused amounts carry over before being deposited in RRSP.
- Eligible for discretionary performance bonus
- Hybrid Work environment
- The opportunity to work with a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Universal Rail Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer

#WSP

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Work from home

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- Accounting: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T6B 3B8

📌 Intermediate Corporate Accountant (Canada)
🏢 Universal Rail Systems
📍 Canada