Accounting Specialist

The Family Centre of Northern Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a meticulous Accounting Specialist to join their dedicated team. This full-time position emphasizes a supportive and inclusive culture, where your expertise in full-cycle accounting will be valued. You will manage financial transactions, payroll, and ensure compliance with ethical standards while collaborating with a passionate team. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to professional growth. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and are eager to contribute to meaningful work, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Fully paid benefits

Wellness programs

Three weeks' vacation

RRSP matching

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Sick leave

Social events

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-cycle accounting experience in A/R, A/P, and payroll.
• Understanding of Employment Standards and payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Execute accounts receivable and payable transactions, process payroll.
• Prepare journal entries and perform monthly GL reconciliations.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Accounts Receivable (A/R)

Accounts Payable (A/P)

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

GAAP/ASPE principles

Empathetic collaboration

Education

Degree in Accounting

Degree in Business

Tools

Sage Intacct

PGI

Job description

Why work with us:

The Family Centre is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accounting Specialist

The Family Centre is committed to Trauma-Informed Care, providing services based on research and evidence-based practices. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves. Our culture emphasizes a safe and supportive workplace, offering paid training, excellent benefits, a wellness program, and more.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will execute accounts receivable and payable transactions, process payroll, prepare journal entries, perform monthly and quarterly GL reconciliations and variance analysis, and assist with finance projects. You will ensure financial system integrity through adherence to internal controls, ethical standards, and professional conduct. Collaboration and initiative are valued, alongside the ability to work independently.

This is a full-time, permanent position of 36.5 hours per week, based in-office.

Responsibilities include:

1. Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, computing, classifying, coding, and posting invoices and payments.
2. Preparing monthly invoices and backup for service contracts based on purchase orders and customer requirements.
3. Maintaining customer and contract information for billing accuracy.
4. Posting customer payments, deposits, and daily reconciliation of cash receipts and floats.
5. Processing vendor invoices, employee expenses, and payment requests with proper coding and authorization.
6. Processing semi-monthly payroll, including employee changes, hires, and terminations.
7. Preparing and filing ROEs using ROE Web.
8. Responding to inquiries from customers, vendors, or internal stakeholders.
9. Following up on A/R and A/P aging balances monthly.
10. Enrolling employees in group benefits and RRSP plans.
11. Preparing journal entries and assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes.
12. Updating accounting procedures and maintaining organized documentation.
13. Supporting other administrative needs to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications:

1. Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.
2. Minimum 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience in A/R, A/P, and payroll.
3. Understanding of Employment Standards, payroll legislation, and GAAP/ASPE principles.
4. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google applications.
5. Proficiency in navigating multiple systems; experience with Sage Intacct or PGI is an asset.
6. High EQ and empathetic collaboration skills.

Background Check & Requirements:

• Reference checks with recent employers.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (within last 6 months).
• Child Intervention Records Check (within last 6 months).

What you can expect:

• Comprehensive onboarding and training.
• Regular feedback and supervision.
• Development coaching.
• Reasonable accommodations.
• Competitive compensation package, including:
• $59,238 to $79,221 annually.
• 36.5-hour work week.
• Fully paid benefits, wellness programs, three weeks' vacation, RRSP matching, paid training, mileage, sick leave, social events, and Employee Resource Groups.

Closing Date: May 31, 2025

The Family Centre appreciates all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.