Accountant

Jayman BUILT; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible health and dental coverage

Employee matching group RRSP program

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth and advancement

Employee discounts

Social club events

On-site gym & parking

Job summary

Jayman BUILT in Calgary is seeking an experienced Accountant to join our growing team. You will manage accounting and financial reporting across Corporate, Investment, and long‑term asset divisions, with emphasis on project accounting and real estate contexts.

Ideal candidates hold a CPA designation or are actively pursuing it, demonstrate strong attention to detail, excel at Excel and Office, and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams to support budgeting, audits, and decision

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of accounting experience, preferably in project, real estate, or investment environments.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end statements and reports in a multi‑entity environment.
• Perform accounting for corporations, joint ventures, and limited partnerships.
• Analyze job‑level costs and support management decisions.
• Assist with year‑end audits and tax preparation activities.
• Support budgeting and reforecasting processes.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Builder of the year 27 times. Picture a career with us.

Jayman BUILT, one of Alberta’s top home builders, currently has an opening for a full-time Accountant in our Calgary location.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and motivated Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for accounting and financial reporting across Corporate, Investment, and long‑term asset construction and operating divisions. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in project, construction, or investment accounting, as well as those actively pursuing their CPA designation.

A day in the life:

• Prepare month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end financial statements, forecasts, and management reports within a multi‑entity environment
• Perform accounting for various legal structures, including corporations, joint ventures, and limited partnerships
• Compile and present monthly financial analyses to support management decision‑making
• Complete reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Track and analyze job‑level costs
• Review and investigate divisional and corporate overhead variances
• Support year‑end audit processes and tax preparation activities
• Assist with quarterly reforecasting and annual budgeting
• Contribute to IT system implementations and conversions

What you will bring to the table:

• 3-7 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in project accounting, real estate, or investment environments
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification
• Strong sense of urgency with a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel
• High level of motivation, accountability, and ownership
• Proactive approach with strong multitasking capabilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Results‑driven with strong relationship management and negotiation skills

As a 2025 Best Managed Company, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation and incentive program
• Flexible health and dental coverage
• Employee matching group RRSP program
• Continuing education is a focus at Jayman, and you have the opportunity to participate in annual customized education & training
• Opportunity for growth and career advancement
• Employee discounts
• Social club events
• On‑site gym & parking

For the last 45 years, Jayman BUILT has been proud to be one of Alberta’s top home builders. Join the award‑winning team and contribute to our exceptional track record.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone or agency inquiries please.