Senior Accountant

Canadian Fiber Optics; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive total rewards package

Vacation benefits

Job summary

Canadian Fiber Optics Corp. in Calgary seeks a Senior Accountant to strengthen financial integrity and support strategic decisions. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will lead month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and budgeting analysis while mentoring a Junior Accountant.

Ideal candidates hold a CPA or are pursuing, have advanced Excel and ERP experience (NetSuite), and thrive in a fast-growing environment. A collaborative, clear communicator will fit this team well.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or pursuing CPA.
• Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis.
• Experience in a high-growth organization and fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative mindset across teams.
• Effective communication with Finance and non-Finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries and maintain documentation.
• Lead monthly close and ensure timely, accurate financial information.
• Execute balance sheet reconciliations and asset schedules.
• Analyze budget vs. actuals and investigate variances.
• Collaborate with Finance to resolve A/P & AR issues and support decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and mentor junior staff.
• Foster a collaborative, fast-paced finance environment.

Skills

CPA designation or pursuing CPA

Advanced Microsoft Excel

High-growth environment experience

Analytical and problem-solving

Collaborative mindset

Strong communication skills

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

At Canadian Fiber Optics Corp., people are at the heart of what we do. We design, build, own and operate fiber optic networks that provide high-speed, reliable internet services to rural and remote communities across Canada.

You will join a team that is agile, energetic and passionate about building a successful, growing organization, one where people genuinely support one another along the way. This is a place where you can check your ego at the door, roll up your sleeves and make things happen. We move quickly, embrace new ideas and believe the best results come from people who are willing to collaborate, ask questions and jump in when needed.

If you’re curious, collaborative and motivated by the opportunity to make a difference, you’ll find plenty of room to contribute, learn and grow at Canadian Fiber Optics.

The Impact You Will Have

As the Senior Accountant, you will play an important role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization and supporting informed business decisions. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, you will be a key member of the Finance team and will help ensure the organization has accurate, timely and reliable financial information.

You will also have the opportunity to provide guidance and mentorship to a Junior Accountant, helping to build the capabilities of the broader Finance team while continuing to grow your own skills and experience.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries and ensure appropriate supporting documentation is maintained Lead and support the monthly month-end close process, ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and delivered on a timely basis.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies. Manage prepaid schedules, fixed asset schedules and assets under construction general ledgers.
• Prepare and analyze budget-to-actual results, identifying variances, trends and areas requiring further investigation.
• Collaborate with the Finance team and others within the organization to resolve accounting issues (A/P & A&R escalations), and support sound business decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors throughout interim and year-end audit processes and provide requested documentation and information. Provide guidance, support and mentorship to junior accounting staff, helping them develop their technical skills and confidence.
• Bring a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to the Finance team and actively contribute to a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What You Will Bring

• CPA designation or actively working towards your CPA.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with commonly used accounting functions.
• Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment where priorities can evolve and you are comfortable adapting.
• Experience working with NetSuite or another large ERP system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a thoughtful and detail-oriented approach to financial information.
• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to work with colleagues across the organization to understand issues, find solutions and get things done.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly to both Finance and non-Finance colleagues.

Calgary-based role with a hybrid work model, including three days onsite per week with flexibility.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including: base salary, bonus, vacation, and benefits.

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