Financial Accountant

Job Description

Financial Accountant
Type: Hybrid Full-Time Calgary AB

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established and growing organization within the electronics manufacturing and services space supporting customers across the communications industrial and energy sectors. With over two decades of success they have built a reputation for delivering flexible high-quality solutions and fostering long-term partnerships with their clients.

Currently experiencing significant growth the organization is on an exciting trajectory to expand its operations and scale its impact across North America. Employees benefit from a collaborative supportive environment where innovation continuous improvement and professional development are highly valued. With ongoing investments in systems automation and process enhancements this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and contribute to meaningful business transformation.

Key Responsibilities
As the Financial Accountant you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while supporting continuous improvement across accounting processes.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Manage full-cycle accounting including month-end and year-end close processes ensuring all timelines and deliverables are met.
• Prepare and review reconciliations for bank accounts inventory and general ledger accounts ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze revenue and expenses investigate variances and provide clear insights to support decision-making.

Accounting Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with ASPE and internal policies ensuring strong audit trails for all journal entries.
• Prepare and post journal entries including accruals amortization and intercompany transactions.
• Support inventory accounting processes including reconciliations adjustments and costing considerations within a manufacturing environment.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify inefficiencies in existing processes and implement improvements to streamline month-end and reporting activities.
• Contribute to ongoing ERP enhancements and system upgrades supporting the transition to cloud-based solutions.
• Leverage data and automation tools to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

Planning Analysis & Projects

• Assist with budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes providing supporting analysis and insights.
• Support KPI development and dashboard reporting to track business performance.
• Participate in special projects including costing initiatives and financial process enhancements.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the Controller and broader finance team to support business objectives and financial accuracy.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to gather information resolve discrepancies and improve financial processes.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both finance and non-finance team members.

Qualifications
To succeed in this role candidates should demonstrate:

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
• Minimum 35 years of progressive accounting experience with full-cycle accounting exposure.
• CPA designation completed or in progress is strongly preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems; exposure to manufacturing environments and inventory accounting is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Canadian accounting standards (ASPE); experience with multi-currency environments is an asset.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accountability and follow-through.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Adaptable and proactive with an interest in process improvement and automation.

Must successfully pass a Background Check

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