Senior Accountant

Adecco; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant for our client's Americas Ledgers and Controls team in Edmonton. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and features responsibilities such as month-end close, compliance with financial reporting standards, and support for internal audits. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a solid financial controls background, especially in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must have experience in the manufacturing industry.
• CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP/IFRS.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Knowledge of internal control practices

Spreadsheet skills

Database skills

Computerized accounting systems

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA certification (or working towards)

Job description

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Adecco is currently hiring a full-time highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our client’s Americas Ledgers and Controls team in Edmonton, AB . This position is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting, reconciliations, data analysis, and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting month-end close processes, revenue recognition, accounts payable/receivable, fixed asset management, and inventory accounting for Canada and the broader Americas region.

Apply now to bring your accounting expertise to a dynamic and supportive team driving financial excellence across the Americas!

• Location: Edmonton, AB
• Shift: Monday to Friday
• Job type: Permanent| Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Participate in month end close activities (journal entries, calculations and analysis, inter- unit/intercompany and other account validations).
• Support the Physical Inventory (stock, WIP, fixed assets).
• Support US GAAP/IFRS revenue recognition and accurate cost.
• Reconcile activity in the general ledger to ensure completeness and accuracy for financial reporting.
• Preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations in ARCS – Oracle.
• Prepare variance analysis to prior periods as requested.
• Support financial reporting for the Global Services Field Service and Repairs product lines in accordance with guidelines and provide accurate, consistent and timely data.
• Support Internal and External Audits.
• Process payroll for Global Services.
• Fixed Asset Management for Global Services.
• Maintaining Warranty files for Global Services.
• Full cycle of Accounts Receivable.
• Full cycle of Accounts Payable.
• Limit FX exposure using hedging where necessary.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.
• Prepare cash flow and ensure credit control.
• Assist Tax Department with tax issues and reporting as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and income tax filings, as necessary.
• Identify synergies, in conjunction with the Americas Regional Accounting management team, to improve the effectiveness of the workflow.
• Maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.
• Undertakes special assignments and projects as directed by Accounting Manager or the Regional Manager Ledgers & Controls, Americas.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a Bachelor's of Science degree in Accounting or Finance related major and at least five years directly related work experience. NOTE - must have some manufacturing industry work experience.
• Or a two-year degree in an Accounting or Finance related major and six years of accounting experience in a manufacturing operation.
• CPA or CMA certification (or working towards) is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy and precision in financial records and reports.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize work efficiently.
• Knowledge of internal control practices.
• Advanced personal computer skills are necessary with direct experience in spreadsheets, word processing, databases and computerized accounting systems required.
• Must have experience supporting and interacting with Operations and a strong financial controls background.
• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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