Accountant-controller

FillaRole; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning and development consulting firm is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage all financial operations and provide accurate financial insights. This remote-based role involves full-cycle accounting, payroll processing, and compliance with financial reporting requirements. The ideal candidate has a CPA designation and at least 2 years of experience, with strong proficiency in QuickBooks. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to work in a collaborative environment while having the autonomy to streamline financial processes.

Benefits

Extended Medical and Dental

EAP services

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and OneDrive.
• Experience in a small business environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and financial reporting.
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with payroll requirements.
• Maintain financial documentation and support audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA designation

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

OneDrive

Job description

Northbound Planning is a planning and development consulting firm that provides community and regional planning for municipalities across Saskatchewan. Our team specializes in providing a full suite of services to municipalities, including planning and development, asset management, and municipal governance support. We work alongside local government and communities to create innovative solutions for unique locations.

As we expand, we are looking for an Accountant who can take ownership of our financial operations, ensure accuracy and compliance, and provide reliable financial insights that support informed decision-making. If you enjoy working in a remote-based, collaborative environment where you can have a real impact, this role may be the perfect fit. We anticipate the role will require 30‑35 hours/week. Remote-based position.

About the Role

The Accountant will manage all day‑to‑day bookkeeping, monthly and year‑end accounting functions, payroll, and financial reporting. This role is hands‑on and ideal for someone who is detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable managing full‑cycle accounting for a small business.

General Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain and update the chart of accounts.
• Ensure all financial data is accurately entered into QuickBooks.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports for CEO review.
• Support year‑end reporting, working papers, and external accountants as needed.

Accounts Receivable

• Process all accounts receivable postings.
• Complete bi‑month billing cycles.
• Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up as needed.

Accounts Payable

• Process all invoices, expenses, and vendor payments.
• Prepare cheques and EFTs for CEO approval.
• Maintain accurate and organized vendor records.

Payroll & Employee Expenses

• Review employee timesheets, enter employee hours and process monthly payroll.
• Maintain payroll and employee expense records.
• Ensure compliance with statutory payroll requirements.

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Complete monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Support cash flow monitoring and variance analysis.
• Complete tax filings.
• Maintain and improve internal accounting processes.

Requirements

• CPA designation.
• Minimum 2+ years of full‑cycle accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel and OneDrive.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to meet timelines and manage multiple priorities.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Experience in a small business environment is an asset.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build and streamline financial processes.
• A remote‑based supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Flexibility and autonomy in how you structure your work.
• Extended Medical and Dental, EAP, Life insurance (50/50)