Accounting Manager

RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC. in Calgary is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead daily accounting operations and provide strategic financial insights to the leadership team.

You will oversee full-cycle accounting, month-end close, cost accounting, and budgeting in a manufacturing or construction context. You will partner with the CFO, mentor the finance team, and drive accuracy in financial reporting, GST compliance, and internal controls while supporting cross-functional initiatives

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including team leadership
• Experience in job costing, budgeting, financial reporting, and manufacturing or construction accounting

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
• Manage full-cycle accounting and month-end close
• Oversee project revenue, cost accounting, accruals, and analysis
• Review and approve accounts payable and reconciliations
• Manage inventory, capital assets, and payroll approval
• Prepare month-end financial statements and variance analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational financial analysis
• Prepare audit working papers and ensure GST compliance
• Coordinate insurance renewals and support collections activities
• Lead special projects and cross-functional financial support

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Proactive problem-solver

Education

CPA designation

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Our established client in Calgary is seeking an experienced and results-driven Accounting Manager to lead and oversee daily accounting operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while providing meaningful financial insights to support strategic business decisions across the organization. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO and executive leadership team, benefiting from direct mentorship and exposure to key business initiatives. This position offers a strong opportunity for professional development and a clear pathway for career advancement within the organization.

Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
• Manage full-cycle accounting and month-end close
• Oversee project revenue, cost accounting, accruals, and analysis
• Review and approve accounts payable and account reconciliations
• Manage inventory, capital assets, and payroll approval
• Prepare month-end financial statements and variance analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational financial analysis
• Prepare audit working papers and ensure compliance reporting (GST)
• Coordinate insurance renewals and support collections activities
• Lead special projects and provide cross-functional financial support

Your strengths include:

• CPA designation (recently obtained preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including team leadership
• Experience in job costing, budgeting, financial reporting, and manufacturing or construction accounting
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP system proficiency
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development abilities
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive problem-solver with strong business acumen