Calgary Intermediate Accountant: Month-End & Reporting

Vaco by Highspring; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking an accounting professional for an 18-month hybrid contract in Calgary, AB. The role requires 2 in-office days per week and focuses on journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in general accounting, exposure to AR/AP, strong Excel skills, and a diploma or degree in accounting or finance. CPA enrolment is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of general accounting experience including month-end close.
• Exposure to AR and AP.
• Diploma or degree in accounting, finance or related discipline.
• CPA process enrolment is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record corporate journal entries accurately and by deadlines.
• Assist with month-end close processes, including schedules and reconciliations.
• Contribute to financial reporting through reports, account analysis, and variance analysis.
• Review, reconcile, and analyze general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and treasury as needed.
• Assist in preparation and filing of sales tax returns and related reconciliations.
• Compile documentation and respond to audit requests as required.
• Support finance systems initiatives including data validation and cleansing.

Skills

Month-end close

Account reconciliation

Account analysis

Data management

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or degree in accounting, finance or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Power Query

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking an accounting professional for an 18-month hybrid contract in Calgary, AB. The role requires 2 in-office days per week and focuses on journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in general accounting, exposure to AR/AP, strong Excel skills, and a diploma or degree in accounting or finance. CPA enrolment is a plus but not required.