accountant

Calgary Construction Company; Calgary; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Site Parking

Casual dress

Job summary

Calgary Construction Company in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a fast-paced, on-site team. The role involves leading monthly to annual close, producing financial statements, and managing payroll, banking and tax filings across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting, CPA preferred, and strong Excel and construction software experience. You will work with Project Managers to drive financial insight and compliance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within construction.
• Experience with capital accounting, payroll, banking, cash flow management and people leadership.
• Intermediate Excel skills and experience with construction software.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual close and reporting processes for 5 entities in QuickBooks and a custom construction software.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements with supporting working papers.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting including capital accounting, payroll and banking activities.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the Accounts Payable team and manage banking administration.
• Complete monthly invoices as directed by Project Managers and manage Accounts Receivable collections.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Oversee GST filing, payroll processing and related remittances.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting and liquidity monitoring.
• Coordinate external compilations and reviews and liaise with external accountants for year-end reporting and tax filings.
• Complete CRA filings (T4s, T5s, T5018s).
• Collaborate with operations and leadership to provide financial insight.

Skills

Accounting experience

Payroll

Capital accounting

Banking

Leadership

Excel

Construction software

Education

CPA designation

Tools

QuickBooks

Construction software

Job description

Senior Accountant

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Employer details Calgary Construction Company

Job details

Job Description

We are a construction company based in Calgary, Alberta with projects located in Alberta. We specialize in commercial products and finishes, providing award-winning facilities.

This is a full-time, permanent, salaried position in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. The workweek is Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day. Attendance at the workplace is a requirement.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, proactive individual who demonstrates professionalism, an approachable attitude and outgoing personality. As a member of our diverse and skilled team, you will have the opportunity to wear lots of hats and be challenged daily. You will be working in both Percentage Completion and Completed Contract methods of accounting.

The ideal candidate will have attention to detail and focus on ensuring structure, integrity and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and reporting processes in both Quickbooks and a custom construction software for 5 entities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements including the development and review of supporting working papers.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting, including capital accounting, payroll and banking activities
• Provide leadership and oversight of the Accounts Payable team, including banking administration and regular payment runs
• Complete monthly invoices as directed by Project Managers and follow up on Accounts Receivable collections as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian regulatory requirements and internal controls
• Oversee GST filing, Payroll and processing and related statutory remittances.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting and liquidity monitoring
• Coordinate external compilations and reviews. Closely collaborate with external accountants to ensure accurate and timely yearend financial reporting and corporate tax filings.
• Complete CRA mandatory annual filings ie T4's, T5's, T5018's.
• Update construction prequalification platform annually.
• Collaborate with operation and executive leadership to provide financial insight and decision support.
• Assist, collaborate and enable the IT Team ensuring up-to-date software and equipment.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with the bank Commercial Relationship Manager, accountants and lawyers.
• Organize, record and document Investing activities
• Benefit Program Administrator and manager.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within construction
• CPA designation preferred
• Experience with capital accounting, payroll, banking, cash flow management and people leadership
• Intermediate Excel skills required, experience with construction software

Attributes

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Detail-orientated with sound judgement
• Able to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Quick learner with ability to adapt to any circumstance
• Team Player
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary - Commensurate with experience
• On Site Parking
• Casual dress

We are an equal opportunity employer.

• Location Calgary , AB
• Work location On site
• Salary $ 97,058.85 YEAR annually
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time\
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy
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