Certarus is the North American leader in providing low carbon energy solutions through a fully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen platform. The company safely delivers clean-burning fuels to remote communities and industrial customers not connected to a pipeline.

By displacing more carbon-intensive fuels, Certarus is leading the energy transition and helping customers lower operating costs and improve environmental performance. With the largest fleet of specialty trailers in the world, the company is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for low and zero-emission fuel distribution.

 

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our high-performing Finance team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will play a key role in enhancing financial processes, leveraging technology, and delivering value-added insights to leadership. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

 

Schedule:

• This position holds normal business hours, with little to no travel expected. Occasional overtime may be required during peak periods (i.e.: month end, quarter end, and year end close activities.)
• We support a hybrid work environment consisting of in-person collaboration of 3 days per week in our Calgary office and flexible remote work.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare quarterly and annual consolidated financial statement note packages and assist with MD&A review.
• Contribute to the month-end close process by ensuring accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly internal financial reporting packages.
• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts, including Lease and PP&E continuities.
• Act as the key point of contact with US Property Tax advisors, ensuring timely delivery of requested documentation and information.  
• Analyze and document complex transactions in accordance with IFRS, providing clear and insightful analysis.
• Manage internal audit processes and act as the key liaison for internal controls, providing support for internal, external, and tax audits, as required.
• Assist in monitoring and enhancing financial and operational internal controls, proactively identifying risk gaps, and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Provide timely responses to ad hoc financial requests and other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA or equivalent designation required.

Experience & Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting.
• Familiarity with Oracle NetSuite and/or Hyperion is an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Key Competencies:

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Ability to prioritize urgent and critical business requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to plan, organize, and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability to ambiguity and change, demonstrating a proactive and flexible approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• A strong team player who collaborates effectively across departments with excellent interpersonal skills.

 

Certarus embraces diversity and equal opportunity in the way it impacts our continuous business success. As a Core Value of our Winning Team, we believe in surrounding ourselves with passionate and talented people, and consider all experiences, backgrounds, qualifications, and merits to create stronger teams with a diverse and inclusive culture. Certarus is and will remain an equal opportunity employer.

Certarus offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and retirement plans. Above all, we offer unlimited career advancement opportunities with a dynamic, rapidly growing organization.