Financial Accountant

Internetwork Expert; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety technology company in Calgary, AB is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with laws. Responsibilities include preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements, conducting audits, and collaborating with auditors. Ideal candidates have a degree in Accounting, CPA designation, and at least 2 years' experience. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years experience in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing/technology or an accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles necessary.
• Ability to communicate financial information to various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Conduct internal audits and financial reviews.
• Prepare corporate accounting reports for stakeholders.
• Liaise with external auditors.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

MS Excel

MS Word

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Business Administration

CPA designation or enrolled in CPA program

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Workiva

Job description

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

Reporting to the Director of Financial & Sustainability Reporting, with daily interaction with the Vice President of Accounting & Finance, the Financial Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and public accounting regulations, and providing financial data, analysis and reports to support strategic decision-making within our organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in compliance with IFRS standards including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements for public disclosures to shareholders, investors and government agencies, and internal management reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Conduct internal audits and financial reviews to identify discrepancies, optimize costs, assess risks and improve financial performance.
• Prepare, classify and review financial entries, analyze financial data, monitor trends, reconcile accounts, and conduct financial analysis, investigate and report variances.
• Prepare corporate accounting reports, analyses, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic decision-making for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with external auditors and manage quarterly reviews and the annual audit process.
• Prepare technical accounting memorandums covering various accounting topics. Strong understanding of accounting principles is necessary.
• Coordinate with various departments for accurate financial postings, establish standardized procedures and overhead management.
• Ensure compliance with all internal financial control processes and requirements, participate in regulatory reporting and support continuous improvements in financial processes.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Reconcile accounts and perform monthly close processes to ensure accuracy in financial data and reporting.
• Be a key and an active member of the Finance team; work collaboratively, brainstorm issues, complete ad-hoc requests and be flexible in completing any task.

Skills/Qualifications/Education

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in Accounting or Business Administration. Preference will be given to candidates with a professional accounting CPA designation or enrolled in the CPA program.
• Minimum of 2+ years experience in a similar role, preferably in a public mid-sized manufacturing/technology environment or an accounting firm.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, entrepreneurial and fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work independently with excellent organization skills in assuming responsibility for managing multiple priorities.
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm with a focus on providing useful information to make good business decisions in a supportive environment.
• Must be able to effectively communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze business results, identify financial data and clearly summarize key financial insights.
• Accuracy and attention to detail are paramount skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including experience in MS Excel and MS Word applications, with a willingness to develop a full working knowledge of the Company’s NetSuite ERP system.
• Experience with Workiva would be considered an asset.

About Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs, and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB. Blackline Safety is a publicly-traded company (TSX: BLN). To learn more about our company visit www.blacklinesafety.com

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

Disclaimer

Please be advised that Blackline Safety does not request payment or personal financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. Be cautious of any unsolicited job offers or communications that appear suspicious.