Senior Accountant

Aplin; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin client in Leduc, Alberta seeks a Senior Accountant to join the accounting team, handling multiple Canadian and US entities across CRE, property management, manufacturing and oil & gas. Reporting to the CFO, you’ll gain exposure to diverse accounting responsibilities with mentorship and long-term career growth.

The role requires CPA designation and 3+ years in progressive accounting, with strong full-cycle expertise and intercompany FX.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 3+ years progressive accounting experience in CRE, property management, or related fields.
• Full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience with multiple legal entities.
• Knowledge of foreign exchange and intercompany accounting.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Sage and QuickBooks experience is an asset.
• Exposure to US accounting or acquisitions is an asset.
• Experience with AutoPoint or Journey accounting software is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, independence.
• Accommodation is available during recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting across multiple entities.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare occupancy cost calculations for commercial property accounting.
• Maintain fixed asset records, amortization schedules, and loan schedules.
• Prepare GST filings, property tax docs, and WCB reporting.
• Support year-end accounting processes and external reviews.
• Manage intercompany transactions, including FX calculations and reconciliations.
• Coordinate insurance matters related to property acquisitions and tenants.
• Identify discrepancies and investigate accounting issues.
• Assist with acquisitions, onboarding, and process improvements.
• Support CFO with additional accounting responsibilities and special projects.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Intercompany accounting

FX knowledge

Advanced Excel

MS Office

Multi-entity

Analytical skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks Desktop

QuickBooks Online

AutoPoint

Journey

Job description

Our client, an established and diversified organization with operations across Canada and the United States, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their accounting team in Leduc, Alberta.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on role, working across multiple entities and industries, including commercial real estate, property management, manufacturing, and oil and gas.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while benefiting from direct mentorship and long-term career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting functions across multiple Canadian and US entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconciliations, and financial adjustments.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare occupancy cost calculations and support commercial property accounting.
• Maintain fixed asset records, amortization schedules, and loan schedules.
• Prepare GST filings, property tax documentation, and WCB reporting.
• Support year-end accounting processes and external review engagements.
• Manage intercompany transactions, including foreign exchange calculations and reconciliations.
• Coordinate insurance-related matters, including property acquisitions, sales, and tenant insurance.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate accounting issues, and ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist with acquisitions, financial onboarding, and process improvements.
• Support the CFO with additional accounting responsibilities and special projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• CPA designation required.
• 3+years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within commercial real estate, property management, or development.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience working with multiple companies or legal entities.
• Knowledge of foreign exchange transactions, including intercompany accounting, banking, AP, and AR.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Sage, QuickBooks Desktop, or QuickBooks Online considered an asset.
• Exposure to US accounting, acquisitions, or financial integrations is an asset.
• Experience with AutoPoint or Journey accounting software is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• A proactive, adaptable professional who is eager to learn and grow within the organization.

• Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits.