Senior Accountant

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 113,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Edmonton is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead capital project accounting and financial reporting within the Business Financial Analytics (BFA) - Capital team. You will oversee accounting for capital projects, funding analysis, asset capitalization, and month-end/year-end processes, ensuring compliance with public sector standards.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience, a degree in accounting, and CPA/CA/CGA/CMA designation, with strong Excel and SAP skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting required.
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) required.
• Five years of progressively responsible financial reporting experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project accounting for capital projects under the City of Edmonton's capital budget.
• Analyze project transactions against the accounting framework and determine correct accounting treatment.
• Ensure capital projects are funded, including external funding arrangements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SAP

Public sector accounting

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Education

Accounting degree

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

Google Suite

Job description

Job Description - Senior Accountant (56203)

Job Description

Senior Accountant Up to 11 months

Job Number

56203

Are you interested in working within a team environment where you will perform senior level accounting and financial reporting for complex capital projects? Do you have excellent communication and time management skills? You could be part of the Business Financial Analytics (BFA) - Capital team that is responsible for performing general capital project accounting, funding analysis, account reconciliation, and grant reporting for a range of capital programs, in addition to providing accounting guidance for capital transactions.

What will you do?

• Oversee project accounting for capital projects approved under the City of Edmonton's capital budget
• Analyze project transactions against the accounting framework and determine the appropriate accounting treatment
• Ensure all capital projects are appropriately funded, including accounting for and reporting on external funding arrangements
• Oversee the review of Assets Under Construction and the creation/capitalization of tangible capital assets
• Review and approve month-end and year-end adjustments and accruals
• Prepare or review working paper packages related to capital financial reporting
• Participate in system enhancement and process improvement projects
• Perform related duties as required

Qualifications

• A Degree in Accounting is required
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) is required
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible financial reporting experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience

Skills required for success:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong attention to detail are required
• Significant knowledge and experience with SAP, Google Suite and other related systems within the context of the work
• Understanding of public sector accounting standards as directed by Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada Public Sector Handbook
• Strong understanding of year-end accounting processes and experience with preparation of complex financial statements and reconciliations
• Ability to adhere to established business practices, internal controls and policies within a large corporate environment
• High level of analytical and conceptual skills to identify and resolve complex financial issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, time management, and prioritization skills and the aptitude to maintain working relationships with all levels of management and non-management personnel
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 1 temporary full-time positions for up to 11 months

This requisition is open to internal candidates only.

Hours of Work:

40 per week, Monday to Friday

Salary Range:

$54.505 - $68.843 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant:

KE/SB

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation

Classification Title : Senior Accountant 8 hours

Posting Date

Oct 5, 2026

Closing Date

Oct 12, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)

Number of Openings (up to)

1 - Temporary Full-time

Union

CSU 52

Department

Financial & Treasury

Work Location(s)

Chancery Hall, 6th Floor, 3 Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton T5J 2C3