Financial Accountant

Francisco Partners; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Mental health support

Flexible work arrangements

Paid vacation

Professional development

Education funding

Dress for Your Day

Job summary

Blackline Safety is seeking a rigorous Financial Accountant to join our finance team in Calgary. You will prepare financial statements, manage month-end close, and support internal audits, with collaboration to provide insights for strategic decisions.

Ideal candidates have a CPA designation, IFRS expertise, and experience with NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle, along with advanced Excel skills. This hybrid role offers professional development and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or closely related field.
• CPA designation required to support professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and management reports.
• Reconcile accounts and perform month-end and year-end close.
• Assist with internal audits and financial reviews to identify discrepancies and optimize costs.
• Provide 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.
• Prepare corporate accounting reports, analyses, and KPIs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage quarterly reviews and annual audit process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

CPA designation

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Excel

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

At Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to support the diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based on employment type and location. They may include:

• 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.