Senior Financial Accountant

Blackline Safety; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and dental

Mental health & wellness support

Hybrid work model

Paid vacation & personal days

Professional development opportunities

Education funding

Dress for Your Day environment

Job summary

Blackline Safety is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage and maintain accurate financial records, ensuring IFRS-compliant reporting and insightful financial analysis. You will work closely with the CFO and finance leadership to support decision-making and regulatory requirements in a collaborative, people-driven environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of corporate accounting experience, CPA designation, and proficiency with NetSuite, SAP, and Oracle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or closely related field.
• CPA designation required to maintain professional standards.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive corporate accounting, reporting and analysis experience.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and proficiency with accounting software (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
• Experience in financial statements, month-end/annual close, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills; ability to work with auditors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Reconcile accounts and perform month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with internal audits, reviews, and regulatory reporting as needed.
• Provide financial insights to senior management to guide decisions.
• Coordinate with accounts payable and payroll for accurate postings.
• Mentor peers and collaborate across the Finance team on ad-hoc tasks.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Financial analysis

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

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 and Sustainability Reporting, with daily interaction with the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Accounting & Finance and Corporate Controller, the Financial Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations, and providing financial analysis to support decision-making within an organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and management reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Reconcile accounts and perform month‑end and year‑end close processes to ensure accuracy in financial reporting
• Assist with internal audits and financial reviews to identify discrepancies, optimize costs, and assess risks
• Collaborate with senior management by providing financial insights and recommendations to guide strategic decisions
• Maintain financial controls and participate in regulatory reporting as needed
• Prepare and review routine general ledger entries and reconciliations, investigating variances and reporting on expectation analysis
• Prepare corporate accounting reports, analyses, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for both internal and external stakeholders
• Liaise with external auditors and manage quarterly reviews and the annual audit process
• Prepare technical accounting memorandums covering complex accounting topics
• Coordinate with various departments including accounts payable and payroll for accurate financial postings and overhead management
• Ensure compliance with all financial control requirements and support continuous improvements in financial processes
• Be a key and an active member of the Finance team; willing to mentor and coach peers, work collaboratively, brainstorm issues, complete ad‑hoc requests and be flexible in completing any task

About You

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a closely related field is generally required
• Continuous professional development through workshops, courses, and updates on IFRS is expected to maintain proficiency and compliance with professional standards
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in corporate accounting, financial reporting, and analysis
• Strong knowledge of IFRS
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills
• Experience preparing financial statements, month‑end and annual close processes
• Ability to assist with the internal audit function
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly variance analysis
• Analytical skills and attention to detail to identify discrepancies and optimize processes
• Effective communication skills for liaising with management, auditors, and stakeholders
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple reporting deadlines
• CPA Designation required

Total Rewards

• Competitive base salary and annual compensation review
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Mental health and wellness support
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions
• Paid vacation, personal and sick days
• Professional development opportunities
• Education funding
• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture
• Exclusive access to perks and discounts
• A flexible ‘Dress for Your Day' environment
• Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates.