Senior Financial Accountant

RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC. in Calgary, Canada is seeking a Financial Accountant to support financial reporting, accounting operations, and business performance analysis.

You will ensure accuracy of financial information, maintain internal controls, and provide insights to inform business decisions. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting expertise, a CPA designation, a bachelor's in a related field, 5+ years in corporate accounting and financial reporting, IFRS knowledge, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in corporate accounting and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting best practices.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and supporting accounting records.
• Coordinate internal and external audit requirements and related documentation.
• Research accounting matters and develop technical accounting memoranda.
• Monitor internal controls and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.
• Develop reporting, analysis, and key performance metrics for internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial information and support business objectives.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is seeking a Financial Accountant to support financial reporting, accounting operations, and business performance analysis within a growing organization. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial information, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing insights that support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To

• Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and supporting accounting records
• Coordinate internal and external audit requirements and related documentation
• Research accounting matters and develop technical accounting memoranda
• Monitor internal controls and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies
• Develop reporting, analysis, and key performance metrics for internal and external stakeholders
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial information and support business objectives
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making

Your strengths include:

• CPA designation required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in corporate accounting and financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting best practices
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills