ACCOUNTANT ll - FT (1) AND TERM (1)

City of Airdrie; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative city organization is seeking a dedicated Accountant II to join their dynamic team. This full-time role involves preparing financial statements, managing internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will possess a CPA designation and a strong background in financial accounting, with excellent analytical and communication skills. The City of Airdrie values creativity and support, offering a flexible work environment where you can thrive and contribute to community goals. Join this forward-thinking organization and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Pension Plan

Wellness Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Work-Life Balance Initiatives

Flexible Arrangements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial accounting experience, including reporting and consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of financial management and systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial reports, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Complete account reconciliations and maintain the general ledger.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Advanced Excel Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

CPA Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, or Finance

Job description

Position ID:
J0425-0353

Job Type:
Full Time

Department:
Accounting Services

Number Of Positions:
1

Closing Date:
May 14, 2025

Min Salary:
$45.54/Hour

Max Salary:
$56.92/Hour

The City of Airdrie, a rapidly growing city in Alberta, is committed to building a vibrant, sustainable community through innovation. We offer a flexible, inclusive work environment where aspiring, driven, and creative individuals can thrive and contribute to our community goals. Our organization values support, fun, respect, and continuous improvement, aiming to enhance residents' lives.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking to fill two (2) positions: one permanent full-time and one term full-time for 18 months. The Accountant II will handle financial statement preparation, analysis, internal controls, general ledger maintenance, and subsidiary operations. Responsibilities include:

1. Completing accurate account and bank reconciliations monthly/quarterly, investigating discrepancies
2. Maintaining the general ledger and preparing journal entries
3. Preparing and analyzing financial reports, including statements of financial position and operations, and communicating results
4. Managing files and reports related to grants, reserves, debt, and assets
5. Preparing year-end financial statements, notes, and working papers
6. Engaging with departments for financial note validation and allocations
7. Preparing year-end entries, consolidation adjustments, and tax returns
8. Reviewing processes for efficiency improvements
9. Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and legislative updates
10. Collaborating with external auditors and providing backup within the team
11. Handling treasury functions such as cash and investments tracking

You Bring:

• CPA designation (Chartered Professional Accountant of Canada)
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting, or Finance
• At least 5 years of financial accounting experience, including reporting and consolidation
• Preferred: auditing experience, knowledge of PSAS, municipal government, and not-for-profit sectors
• Strong knowledge of financial management, systems, and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams, adapt to shifting priorities, and maintain confidentiality

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits, including health, dental, pension, and wellness programs
• Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Work-life balance initiatives and flexible arrangements

Additional Information:

This full-time position (37.5 hours/week) includes comprehensive benefits and pension. Please submit a cover letter along with your resume. Applications are accepted only through our online system, and the posting closes at 9 p.m. on the specified date. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may begin prior to the closing date. We appreciate your interest in joining the City of Airdrie.