Assistant Controller

Sunbelt Solomon; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical power solutions is seeking a mid-senior level Accountant to lead the Accounting department in Edmonton. The role involves overseeing financial statements, project accounting, and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background along with leadership experience, and will work across multiple jurisdictions.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP with company match

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in accounting.
• 2 years in a supervisory position.
• Experience with full cycle accounting required.

Responsibilities

• Lead consolidated financial statement review and analysis.
• Act as primary contact for external auditors.
• Manage regulatory compliance and month-end processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Education

Professional accounting designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite

Power BI

Job description

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Brief Description

The objective of this position is to assist in leading the Accounting department, in all functional areas, and to ensure accurate and timely financial information is available for both internal and external stakeholders through the full accounting cycle.

Reporting to the Controller and working from the Edmonton office, the individual will help lead the international accounting group with teams in Canada, USA, and Chile.

Accountabilities

• Consolidated financial statement review and analysis for international group of companies
• Work with operations on project accounting, project performance, and reporting
• Act as the primary contact for the external auditors and facilitate the audit internally
• Assist with preparation of tax filings throughout various jurisdictions
• Manage regulatory compliance and month-end closing processes
• Review, approve, and prepare transactions within area of oversight
• Oversee completion of various account reconciliations, including monthly subledger reviews
• Assist with the preparation of forecasting and budgeting
• Support operational teams by providing financial expertise on project related inquiries
• Work cross functionally with other departments to coordinate improvement initiatives and implement Accounting practices as needed

Requirements

• Professional accounting designation with a minimum of 5 years experience
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a supervisory position
• Experience with full cycle accounting a must
• Experience with project-based accounting preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required
• Familiarity with NetSuite and Power BI reporting tool is a strong advantage
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to lead teams through operational and process changes
• Availability to travel (Canadian, U.S., International) minimal requirements (less than 5%)

Summary

Company Overview

Backed by over 100 years of combined experience, Sunbelt Solomon offers an unmatched ability to provide comprehensive, configured solutions for utility, industrial, and commercial applications. Our engineering capabilities, safety, environmental qualifications, and dedication to delivering quality products have truly made the difference in keeping customers across a broad spectrum of industries powered and supported for the long haul. Sunbelt Solomon is a global company with brands across US, Canada, and Chile. Our teams include Trinity Power, Phasor, Valley Transformers, Titan Quality Power Services, Holland Industrial Services, Magna IV Engineering Inc., and Power Solutions Group LLC. These brands allow Sunbelt Solomon to offer a wide scope of product offerings, service capabilities, and best-in-class industry expertise. We are honored to be the go-to resource for all things electrical transformers and committed to advancing the future of our organization and our industry.

Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values

In developing our mission, purpose, vision and core business values, we engaged in a thoughtful process that incorporated the combined principles of our family of companies and reflects our commitment to valuing our history and investing in our people, services, and products.

• Mission : Through a culture of integrity, bold innovation, and customer-centricity we create value for our partners and team members with safe and reliable electrical power solutions and services.
• Purpose : To enhance the lives of our team members and partners through sustainable products and services in the communities we serve.
• Vision : To be the leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services.
• Core Values :
• People : The core of our success.
• Safety : It’s in our DNA.
• Strategic : We forge our own future.
• Sustainability : Industry leaders in power distribution life cycle management.
• Performance : Delivering excellence at every opportunity.

Company Benefits

The organization offers a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package to employees who work 20 hours per week or more. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, FSA / HSA, RRSP with company match, life insurance and disability, paid vacation, sick time, and holiday. Temp employees are not eligible for company benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pre-Employment Screening

Following an offer of employment all candidates are required to complete a background check prior to being cleared to start employment.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

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