Corporate Accountant

Associated Engineering; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shareholder opportunities

Pension program

Health benefits

Fitness allowance

Mental health supports

Paid time off

Job summary

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian employee-owned firm, is seeking an experienced Corporate Accountant to join its growing finance team in Edmonton. You will ensure accuracy of financial records, support month-end and year-end closes, and provide financial analysis to guide decisions.

The role reports to the Corporate Accounting Manager and offers hybrid work arrangements, competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and ownership in the company.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree from a recognized educational institution.
• CPA designation required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and office tools.
• 3–5 years of related experience in financial accounting.
• Experience with IFRS practices and standards.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines with problem-solving focus.
• Capable of working independently and in a team setting.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Complete account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year end close processes.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Prepare and support regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and/or operations.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support external and internal audit requests.

Skills

Excel

Pivot Tables

XLOOKUP

Financial modeling

Communication

IFRS knowledge

Independence

Education

CPA designation

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Microsoft Office

Job description

The opportunity:

Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Corporate Accountant to join its growing team. The corporate accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting the month-end and year-end close processes, and providing financial analysis to support business decision-making. The successful candidate will report to the manager corporate accounting.

What we offer:

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position
• Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
• Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the company’s long term growth & success
• Matching company pension program, increasing over time

• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Health/dental/vision coverage
  • Fitness allowance
  • Employee and family assistance programs
  • Mental health supports
• Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
  • Generous paid vacation
  • Paid office closure over December holiday break
  • Industry leading paid sick time
  • Parental leave top up program
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth:
  • Active Young Professional group
  • Formal mentoring programs
  • Paid professional development hours
  • Capacity building seminars
  • Engineer In Training programs
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events:
  • Company-wide social events
  • Regular lunch-and-learns
  • Community volunteer opportunities

What you’ll do:

• Complete account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year end close processes
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Prepare and support regulatory filings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and/or operations
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support external and internal audit requests

Does this sound like you?

• Undergraduate degree from a recognized educational institution
• A professional accounting designation (CPA)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and financial modeling).
• 3 – 5 years of related experience in financial accounting
• Experience in accounting and IFRS best practices
• Proven ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to deliver under tight deadlines, using proven problem solving and prioritization skills
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics considered an asset

About Us:

At Associated Engineering, were passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.

As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.

Our company culture is shaped by:

• Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
• A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
• We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!

What’s next?

Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future.

Want more information?

• Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like viaLinkedIn
• Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

AE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply. For applicants with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information and as such, it will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.