AccessHR is excited to partner with Blue Mountain Power Co-op for the recruitment of a full-time, permanent Accounting Manager (internally titled as Accounting Team Lead) in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. This is an opportunity to be part of a successful and growing organization which provides real purpose within a unique member-owned business model.

Relocation assistance is available to help the successful candidate move to the area.

ABOUT ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE

Located where Alberta's foothills meet the Rockies, Rocky Mountain House offers the best of small-community living with incredible outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. From hiking, fishing, and camping to nearby mountains, lakes, and trails, it's an ideal home base for anyone who enjoys an active, outdoor lifestyle or the peace of the great outdoors.

The community of approximately 7,000 residents offers everyday services, recreation, and amenities, with the City of Red Deer (~ 100,000 residents) about 80 km away.

ABOUT BLUE MOUNTAIN POWER CO-OP

Blue Mountain Power Co-op (BMPC) is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric power distribution cooperative based in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. It has expanded beyond its traditional agricultural and residential base and now also provides distribution services to commercial, industrial, and oil & gas customers across parts of Clearwater, Lacombe, Ponoka, and Red Deer counties.

Accountability and Continuous Improvement are among BMPC's core values. These guide the organization in providing robust accounting practices to support its members, employees, contractors and the public.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer,



the Accounting Team Lead oversees BMPC’s day-to-day accounting operations and leads a two-person team. Working closely with the CFO, operations, project services, and external partners, the role takes ownership of accounting systems and processes while leading audits, internal controls, and financial policies and procedures.

The position combines hands-on accounting with team leadership and process oversight. Key responsibilities include supervising Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, reviewing general ledger entries, managing banking and fixed assets, and overseeing full-cycle payroll and year-end activities. The role also supports benefits administration, insurance and fleet renewals, and accounting services for a smaller affiliate.

The successful candidate enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership, and making things work better. They bring strong accounting and payroll knowledge, are comfortable with financial systems, and take a practical, collaborative approach to leadership. They have experience working alongside a small team, building relationships across the organization, and finding opportunities to improve processes.

Ultimately, we are seeking someone who can be counted on, communicates openly, and takes pride in getting the details right while keeping the bigger picture in mind.

KEY DELIVERABLES

- Health & Safety Leadership: Lead by example in promoting safe work practices,



participating in safety initiatives, identifying workplace hazards, and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.
- Accounting Operations & Financial Reconciliation: Oversee AP/AR, general ledger, banking, and fixed asset activities; review and approve invoices, journal entries, payroll registers, and account reconciliations including reconciliation of sub-ledgers, balance sheet accounts, and utility billing to the trial balance.
- Payroll & Benefits Administration: Oversee full-cycle payroll, payroll reconciliations, year-end filings (T4s, T4As, WCB), and employee benefits.
- Accounting: Oversee accounting activities for a partner organization, including AP/AR, journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting.
- Audit & Internal Controls: Coordinate external audits and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure financial accuracy, and support compliance.
- Financial Planning & Reporting: Support budgeting and forecasting, maintain financial schedules and reconciliations, and complete GST calculations.
- Compliance & Administration: Coordinate insurance and fleet renewals and complete required regulatory filings.
- Systems & Process Improvement: Maintain accounting systems and user access, develop and improve accounting policies and procedures, and strengthen processes and controls.
- Team Leadership: Lead, support, and develop the Accounting Technicians; establish clear priorities, and promote accuracy, accountability, and collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Strategic Thinking & Execution: Ability to combine critical thinking skills with an unde

📌 Accounting Manager (Rocky Mountain House)
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