Senior Financial Accountant

Engage Building Products Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Innovative company culture

Job summary

Engage Building Products Inc. in Calgary is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to lead month-end closes, reconciliation, and financial reporting for ASPE/GAAP compliance. You will manage cost accounting for our manufacturing operations and support audits across multiple entities.

The role is on-site at our Calgary SE HQ with a dynamic, expanding team. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation, has 5+ years in accounting, and demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and

Qualifications

• CPA designation and professional accounting credentials.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong cost accounting and manufacturing accounting knowledge.
• Experience with multiple entities and jurisdictions is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly close and reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and税 filings per ASPE/GAAP.
• Support external audits and maintain internal controls.
• Manage inventory valuation and cost accounting processes.
• Prepare reports for government agencies and banks; ad hoc analyses.

Skills

Financial accounting

GAAP/ASPE knowledge

Cost accounting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Acumatica

MS Great Plains

Job description

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000020 Full Time Calgary, AB, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1077

Salary Range: CA$70,000.00 To CA$100,000.00 Annually

Our head office and warehouse are located in Calgary, Alberta. We manufacture and sell aluminum trim systems for lap siding, fiber cement panels and aluminum composite materials (ACM), primarily across the United States and Canada. Our products use cutting-edge technology and are highly innovative. With numerous patents in place or pending, out company has established a strong foundation for a bright and exciting future.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Financial Accountant. In this role, you will be responsible for proper month-end closing, reconciling subledger accounts to general ledger, preparing financial statements, preparation and review of reports to government agencies, preparing ad hoc reports as requested by banks, management and other departments.

This on-site role is based at our Calgary SE Headquarters, where you will be an integral part of our Accounting & Finance Team. You will support the Financial Controller and contribute to a dynamic, growing, and innovative organization.

Focus:

You are process-driven and take ownership of delivering accurate work on time. You are curious and willing to lead in problem solving when challenges arise. You have a strong attention to detail and a passion for keeping things organized. You know how to prioritize multiple assignments, adapt quickly, and seek continuous personal and professional growth. Most importantly, you are excited to contribute to and help strengthen our company’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information through day-to-day accounting tasks, including journal entries, invoicing, and reconciliations
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial packages in accordance with ASPE and Canadian GAAP (IFRS experience a plus).
• Prepare working papers and support the completion of annual financial statements and tax filings across multiple entities with multiple jurisdictions.
• GST returns and remittances
• Maintain and improve cost accounting systems and processes for battery production
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and support inventory audits
• Assist with external audit/review engagement requirements
• Account reconciliations, variance analysis and budget/forecasting
• Prepare ad hoc accounting and reporting activities, as assigned
• Participate in finance initiatives focused on automations, process simplification, enhanced controls and documentation and future system conversions
• Provide coverage and support to other accounting team members

Qualifications:

• CPA designation
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in public practice
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in international accounting operations is an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP (e.g. Acumatica, MS Great Plains) and basic project management software. Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset
• A desire to learn and grow, with a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Adaptability and willingness to take on diverse tasks as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to be part of an innovative company
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

This role offers excellent professional growth and development opportunity within a rapidly expanding company. You'll have the chance to work on diverse projects, expand your skill set, and contribute meaningfully to our company's success.