Accountant

RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Partners Inc. is seeking an Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. You will contribute to month-end and year-end close, enhance internal controls, and support budgeting and audits.

The ideal candidate brings 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and applicable CPA status or ongoing pursuit, with strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation or pursuing completion.
• 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASPE, or IFRS.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; strong communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations accurately and on time.
• Complete month-end and year-end close activities within deadlines.
• Reconcile bank, accounts receivable, accounts payable and balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and variance analyses.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit requirements.
• Ensure GST/PST filings and other statutory remittances are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain internal controls, documentation, and accounting records.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting and accounting efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Month-end close

Excel proficiency

ERP accounting systems (QuickBooks, S​

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation or pursuing

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

NetSuite

Job description

Our client is seeking an Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations while ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely completion of month-end and year-end activities. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of financial information, supporting business planning initiatives, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations accurately and on time
• Complete month-end and year-end close activities within established deadlines
• Reconcile bank, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and balance sheet accounts
• Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and variance analyses
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit requirements
• Ensure GST/PST filings and other statutory remittances are completed accurately and on schedule
• Maintain strong internal controls, documentation, and accounting records
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, and overall accounting efficiency

Your strengths include:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA designation, or actively pursuing completion
• 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASPE, or IFRS accounting standards
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, or NetSuite
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders; public accounting, audit, industry experience, or exposure to process automation and system implementations considered an asset