Senior Financial Accountant

Sproule ERCE; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their Asset Management Business Unit in Calgary. This role is crucial for managing financial reporting integrity and offers growth opportunities into higher management positions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive oil and gas knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead financial processes. With a focus on strategic financial advice and regulatory compliance, this position promises a dynamic work environment that fosters professional development and teamwork. Join a team dedicated to delivering solutions that drive sustainable growth in the energy sector.

Benefits

Paid vacation and personal days

Employee ownership potential

Health and wellness benefits

Performance bonuses

RRSP matching

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with upstream oil and gas clients.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence to suggest improvements.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end closings and prepare financial reports.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage cash flow.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Charismatic Leadership

Communication Skills

Advanced Excel

Familiarity with Pandell/Qbyte

Education

CPA Certification

Tools

IFRS/ASPE

Tax Regulations

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Financial Accountant role at Sproule ERCE.

We help energy companies and financial stakeholders make better decisions by integrating technical, commercial, and operational expertise. Our team provides authoritative analysis for asset valuation, regulatory reporting, portfolio optimization, and capital allocation, ensuring clients understand value drivers and manage risk for long-term profitability.

We approach every challenge with deep expertise, real-world experience, and relentless curiosity. Building on what we’ve learned, we deliver solutions that drive sustainable growth within an evolving energy system.

The Position

Our Asset Management Business Unit seeks a CPA with extensive Oil and Gas knowledge to start as a Senior Financial Accountant, acting as a client Financial Reporting Lead. This role offers growth into an Accounting Manager position, potentially taking on CFO or Controller duties for our clients. Responsibilities include managing accounting processes, ensuring financial reporting integrity, overseeing payables and treasury, assisting with forecasting, and providing strategic financial advice. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong analytical skills and confidence to suggest improvements in reporting, processes, and controls.

Our Asset Management Business Unit manages engineering, production, liability closures, accounting, land HS&A, and regulatory oversight for junior to mid-sized E&P companies. With over 20 accounting professionals, we provide full-cycle oil and gas finance services, including production accounting, joint ventures, AR/AP, financial reporting, tax, controllership, and CFO duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end closings, including accruals and financial entries.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for management and clients.
• Draft quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/ASPE, including MD&A.
• Perform financial analysis and reconciliations, ensuring internal controls.
• Calculate depletion, ARO, accretion, and deferred taxes per IFRS standards.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits and present findings.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop and manage annual budgets, analyze variances.
• Collaborate on cash forecasts for strategic planning.
• Manage cash flow and working capital.

Advisory

• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulators.
• Design financial processes and controls, especially during client onboarding or changes.
• Assess risks and advise on business decisions.
• Provide strategic financial insights and reports.

Regulatory Compliance

• Lead filings for taxes, GST, T5/NRV, and payroll.
• Monitor and advise on IFRS/ASPE and ASC standards.
• Prepare reports for ESTMA, Statistics Canada, and Modern Slavery.

Financial Controls & Oversight

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and month-end processes.
• Review accounting records and reconciliation.
• Oversee accounts payable and mentor team members.
• Promote best practices in accounting principles and controls.

Requirements

• Extensive experience with upstream oil and gas clients, industry experience within a junior to mid-sized company is an asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Charismatic leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership qualities fostering teamwork and performance.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel, familiarity with Pandell/Qbyte, IFRS/ASPE, and tax regulations.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Paid vacation and personal days.
• Employee ownership potential.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Performance bonuses and RRSP matching.

Application Process

Position based in Calgary, Alberta. More info at www.sproule.com. Apply online at https://sproule.com/careers/.