General Accountant

Kenn Borek Air; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Calgary is seeking a General Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations, including full-cycle bookkeeping and financial reporting. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in accounting and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Along with competitive wages, the company offers a comprehensive benefits program and paid time off for your birthday.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Company-funded benefits program

Wellness flexible spending account

RRSP matching program

Paid time off for birthday

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role.
• Proficiency in full-cycle accounting including both accounts payable and receivable.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting systems is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Assist with financial reporting tasks including account reconciliations and preparation of GST returns.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Dynamics Navision

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Job description

The General Accountant is responsible for day-to-day financial operations including full-cycle accounts payable and receivable invoicing reconciliations expense processing and month-end reporting. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data and provides support through financial recordkeeping and communication with internal departments customers and vendors.

Major Responsibilities of the Role :

• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping including accounts payable accounts receivable general ledger entries and reconciliations
• Assist with financial reporting tasks including account reconciliations accruals fixed asset management and preparation of GST returns
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by ensuring all invoices billings and journal entries are properly recorded before deadlines
• Reconcile bank statements monthly and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records and filing systems to support audits and operational transparency
• Review customer invoicing for charter and contract flights to ensure accuracy timeliness and consistency with contractual terms
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and ensure appropriate follow-up on outstanding customer accounts; review vendor communications related to discrepancies or outstanding items coordinating as needed with the purchasing team to resolve issues
• Oversee and review the matching of vendor invoices to purchase orders ensuring accuracy and proper general ledger coding in accordance with company policies
• Assist payment runs including electronic fund transfers (EFTs) cheques and wire payments by reviewing for completeness adherence to internal controls and proper documentation
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency accuracy and service delivery

Qualifications :

Minimum of 5 years experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role

Proficiency in full-cycle accounting including both accounts payable and accounts receivable

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with comprehensive Excel knowledge

Dependable with demonstrated organizational and time-management skills Experience in meeting tight deadlines and managing multiple priorities

Excellent customer service and communication skills both written and verbal

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Experience with cloud-based accounting systems is considered an asset

Additional Information :

Kenn Borek Air offers a comprehensive employment package containing competitive wages an excellent company-funded benefits program a wellness flexible spending account and an RRSP matching program. And sometimes it is the little gestures such as receiving paid time off to enjoy your birthday!

Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol screening is a condition of employment. Screening is provided at KBA expense and will be conducted where possible on the first day of employment.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation,Taleo,GAAP,Journal Entries,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Microsoft Dynamics Navision,Account Reconciliation,Accrual Accounting,Microsoft Dynamics GP,Accounts Payable

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1