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About the Opportunity Our client is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organization operating across equipment rentals, equipment sales, and data centre hosting. As the company continues to grow its presence in Alberta, this is an opportunity to join at an exciting stage and become part of a team that is still being built. We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Accountant who can jump in quickly, take ownership of core day-to-day accounting responsibilities, and work closely with the Accounting Lead to strengthen the financial foundation of the business. This is a role for someone who enjoys being close to the work, solving problems, improving processes, and helping a growing organization become more structured as it scales. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute across a broad accounting function while gaining exposure to a growing business connected to Alberta’s expanding energy and data centre infrastructure sector. For the right person, this is a chance to join early, have a meaningful impact, and grow alongside the organization as new systems, processes, and teams continue to develop. Key Responsibilities Full-cycle accounts payable, from supplier setup and invoice entry through payment preparation Full-cycle accounts receivable, including customer invoicing and supporting field-ticket review Bi-weekly payroll administration and related remittances GST returns and PD7A remittances Bank and balance sheet reconciliations Working capital monitoring and support Customer, supplier, and payment-platform master data Job and project costing Fixed asset tracking and monthly amortization Supporting inventory counts and inventory process improvements Maintaining accurate accounting records across multiple entities as required Supporting month-end close and helping maintain a consistent close process Supporting consolidation and financial reporting processes as they continue to develop Identifying accounting or financial issues and bringing forward practical recommendations Working with external accounting firms as required Supporting the continued development of internal controls and accounting procedures Assisting with systems improvements, automation, and the future implementation of Odoo Providing additional business and administrative support where required in a growing organization What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who can work independently, take ownership of their responsibilities, and step into an evolving environment without needing significant day-to-day oversight. Approximately 3–5+ years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience Strong full-cycle accounting experience Demonstrated ability to manage core accounting responsibilities independently Strong knowledge of payroll, GST filings, remittances, AP, AR, and reconciliations Experience working in a small, entrepreneurial, or rapidly growing organization Strong Excel skills Hands-on QuickBooks Online experience Experience with an expense-management or payment platform Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent organization and attention to detail The confidence to identify issues, ask questions, and push back when appropriate A proactive mindset and the ability to create or improve process where needed Strong communication skills and a high level of trustworthiness Nice to Have CPA designation or progress toward a designation Multi-entity accounting experience IFRS experience and/or exposure to US GAAP Job or project costing Budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow planning Inventory accounting Experience with Odoo or another ERP implementation Systems implementation or process automation experience Energy, oil and gas, equipment rental, or project-based industry experience Experience working directly with ownership or senior leadership Experience working with external CPA firms Exposure to SR&ED or year-end tax preparation Technology Environment QuickBooks Online for accounting, payroll, and project costing Excel for balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules RBC banking OFX for expense management PayEdge for payments Odoo, which is being introduced with the longer-term goal of supporting CRM, ERP, and further automation Work Environment Our client is fast-paced, informal, and entrepreneurial. The organization is actively building more formal processes, systems, and controls as it grows, so this role will suit someone who is comfortable with changing priorities, ambiguity, and taking initiative. The role is expected to be predominantly remote, with approximately one in-office day per week in Calgary. The preferred in-office day will align with the Accounting Lead where practical, and the final schedule will be confirmed with the successful candidate and our client. This position is intended to be structured as an independent contractor engagement. Candidates should be comfortable working within an independent contractor arrangement and managing the obligations associated with that structure. Compensation Contractor compensation will be commensurate with experience and the final scope of the role. Compensation expectations will be discussed as part of the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

The role involves managing full-cycle accounts payable, receivable, and payroll while supporting month-end close and financial reporting. The specialist will also assist in improving internal controls and implementing the Odoo ERP system.

Requirements

Candidates need 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel. A proactive mindset and the ability to work independently in an entrepreneurial environment are essential.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Full-cycle Accounting
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll Administration
• GST Returns
• Bank Reconciliation
• QuickBooks Online
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Costing
• Financial Reporting
• Internal Controls
• Inventory Accounting
• Odoo
• Multi-entity Accounting
• IFRS
• US GAAP

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Energy
• Consulting
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership