Junior Accountant

Waste Connections, Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join their dynamic team in Edmonton. In this role, you will engage with the entire accounting cycle, supporting the District Controller and collaborating with various departments. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring accurate financial reporting and analysis, as well as in the preparation of budgets and forecasts. This innovative firm values self-directed individuals who strive to make a positive impact in their communities. If you are eager to grow your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Retirement plan with company match

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Scholarship opportunities for kids

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance

Short/Long term disability insurance

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting/finance required; CPA in progress preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate month-end close process and prepare financial statements.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and various financial analyses.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in accounting/finance

Working towards CPA Designation

Tools

Accounting business systems

MS Excel

Job description

Why Choose Us:

We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

Waste Connections of Canada has an immediate opening for a Junior Accountant for our Edmonton District, located in Edmonton, AB.

As a Junior Accountant at Waste Connections of Canada, you will be involved with every piece of the accounting cycle. You will support the District Controller in daily accounting tasks in addition to monthly forecasting, the annual budget, and special projects. You will interact with employees from all aspects of the business including Operations, Sales, Dispatch, and Customer Service. Your success within the role is reliant on an ambitious work ethic, excellent communication, and the ability to problem-solve. The key to Waste Connections’ continued growth and success is sourcing, developing, and promoting individuals who meet these expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate month-end district close process including billing.
2. Prepare and key GL journal entries.
3. Review and approve all accounts payable invoices.
4. Prepare month-end financial statements and monthly analysis reports.
5. Assist with annual budget preparation.
6. Review and approve various items in Trux – Cash, Adjustments.
7. Prepare balance sheet reconciliation for various districts.
8. Reconcile monthly GST submissions for various districts.
9. Implement and maintain daily, weekly, and semi-monthly reporting processes.
10. Assist with preparation of financial analysis for any district project or decision, as required.
11. Prepare all capital purchase requests for the district, including preparation of all support documents.
12. Coordinating and performing Inventory counts – Rolling Stock, Container & Truck Shop / Container Shop inventory.
13. Various ad hoc projects.

Qualifications:

1. Post-secondary degree in accounting/finance.
2. Working towards CPA Designation is preferred.
3. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple priorities.
5. Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel and related accounting business systems.

What You’ll Get From Us:

1. Competitive Wages.
2. Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future.
3. Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision.
4. Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistant Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
5. Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.