Accounting Manager

KLS Earthworks; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

1:1 mentorship from CFO

Job summary

KLS Earthworks Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to strengthen our finance function and support the company’s growth.

You will own day-to-day accounting, oversee project revenue and cost accounting, and work closely with the CFO and executive leadership for financial insights. As a leader, you will mentor the finance team, drive month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting, and ensure GST compliance and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required or active CPA designation.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership experience.
• Experience with job costing, manufacturing or construction accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and grow the finance team.
• Manage full-cycle accounting including month-end close.
• Oversee project revenue and cost accounting, including accruals and analysis.
• Review, approval, and posting accounts payable batches.
• Perform bank and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Manage inventory and capital asset accounting.
• Provide payroll back-up support, including daily timesheet posting and bi-weekly payroll processing.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Team mentoring

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Join Our Team

KLS Earthworks Inc. is looking for a highly motivated Accounting Manager to help strengthen our finance function and support the business through its next stage of growth. The Controller will own day-to-day accounting operations and deliver the financial insight that supports business decisions across the company. You'll work closely with the CFO and executive leadership team, with direct mentorship and a clear path for professional growth.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

What You’ll Do:

Accounting Operations

• Lead, mentor and grow the finance team
• Manage full-cycle accounting, including month-end closing
• Oversee project revenue and cost accounting, including accruals and analysis
• Review, approval, and posting accounts payable batches
• Perform bank and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Manage inventory and capital asset accounting
• Provide payroll back-up support, including daily timesheet posting and bi-weekly payroll processing.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare month-end financial statements and variance analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide financial analysis to support operations
• Prepare audit working papers.

Compliance & Administration

• Prepare and file monthly GST returns
• Coordinate annual insurance renewal
• Support customer collections and payment follow-up
• Lead or contribute to special projects as required.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience with job costing, manufacturing or construction accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP systems
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, inspire, and manage a team
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills, with strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A proactive, results-oriented problem-solver who looks beyond process to resolve root causes

What we are Offering:

• Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits and group savings with company matching
• Supportive team environment
• Stable, full-time office position
• A hands-on leadership role with real, visible impact
• Work directly with the executive team and receive 1:1 mentorship from the CFO
• A clear path for career progression as the company grows
• Be part of a growing, industry-leading company in construction and aggregates

KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.