Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant

Type: In-Office Full-Time / Temp-to-Perm (3 to 6 months temporary with possibility to move permanent)

Location: Edmonton 99th Street and 75 Avenue

About Our Client

Our client is a respected fabrication and engineering organization operating within a complex project-driven industrial environment. With a strong reputation for quality workmanship and operational excellence the company supports large-scale construction and infrastructure projects across Western Canada.

The organization is built on values of accountability safety collaboration and continuous improvement. With steady growth and a long-standing presence in the market they offer employees stability hands-on exposure to operations and opportunities to expand their technical skill set.

This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys variety in their work and wants to play a critical role supporting payroll accuracy vendor relationships and financial integrity in a unionized fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

As the Staff Accountant you will play a key role in supporting payroll (union) accounts payable and general accounting functions while ensuring compliance accuracy and strong internal controls.

Accounts Payable & General Accounting

• Process vendor invoices using full three-way matching ensuring approvals funding and receiving documentation are complete.

• Maintain and update the ERP vendor master working closely with the Controller and Purchasing to pursue early payment discounts.

• Process AP batches and payments on a just-in-time basis ensuring vendors are paid within agreed terms.

• Review vendor statements investigate discrepancies and escalate issues as required.

• Ensure compliance with dual-approval and payment controls while remaining vigilant against fraud phishing and cybersecurity risks.

• Support general accounting activities including bank reconciliations cash receipts intercompany transactions fixed assets account reconciliations and journal entries.

• Participate in cross-training and provide backup coverage within the accounting team to support business continuity.

Payroll Processing

• Perform accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing for all employees.

• Set up and maintain employee records across ERP ADP and benefits platforms; process new hires changes and terminations.

• Receive validate and process daily timesheets; support the transition to electronic time entry systems.

• Balance and validate weekly or bi-weekly time entries and process payroll through ERP and ADP WFN.

• Process payments for DSPs and subcontractors following management approval.

• Contribute to payroll process improvements efficiency initiatives and ongoing compliance efforts.

Year-End Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and process T4s T2200s taxable benefits garnishments EHT WCB and union payroll submissions.

• Complete all required year-end filings with regulatory agencies within prescribed deadlines.

• Maintain strict payroll data security and confidentiality at all times.

• Prepare payroll and benefits reports for internal management and external auditors.

• Conduct internal audits to ensure payroll accuracy and legislative compliance.

• Support external audits and respond to payroll- and benefits-related information requests.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role candidates should demonstrate the following:

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance.

• 3-5 years of full-cycle in-house payroll experience.

• Prior experience processing union payroll is an asset.

• Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is a strong asset.

• Salary $70000 to $75000 annually.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation tax regulations and employment standards.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas Pivot Tables and data imports/exports.

• Experience working with ERP systems and ADP platforms is preferred.

Key Competencies

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• High attention to detail and accuracy supported by solid analytical skills.

• Self-motivated able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrates sound judgment discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

• Committed to continuous improvement and ongoing professional development.

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