Senior Financial Accountant

Job summary

Manage accurate and timely accounting activities, including journal entries, invoicing, reconciliations, consolidated financial packages, tax filings, GST remittances, and inventory valuation. Support audits, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, and finance initiatives to improve processes, controls, documentation, and systems.

Job details

Job Description 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 · ERP implementation/improvement experience a plus · 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. To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're excited about this opportunity. We look forward to learning how your skills and enthusiasm can contribute to our team's success.

What you’ll do

Manage accurate and timely accounting activities, including journal entries, invoicing, reconciliations, consolidated financial packages, tax filings, GST remittances, and inventory valuation. Support audits, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting, and finance initiatives to improve processes, controls, documentation, and systems.

Requirements

Requires a CPA designation and at least five years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in public practice, with strong technical accounting and manufacturing cost accounting knowledge. Candidates should be proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems, and bring analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ERP improvement and international accounting experience are assets.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent Benefits Package
• Professional Growth And Development
• Dynamic And Collaborative Work Environment

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Month-End Closing
• Financial Reporting
• Journal Entries
• Account Reconciliations
• Cost Accounting
• Inventory Valuation
• Variance Analysis
• Budgeting And Forecasting
• Tax Filings
• GST Returns
• External Audit Support
• ASPE
• Canadian GAAP
• ERP Systems
• Process Improvement
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing