Senior Accountant

Job summary

Manage the month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, reporting packages, and audit preparation. Support budgeting, forecasting, fixed asset and intercompany accounting, manufacturing cost analysis, and operational improvements while advising leadership on financial performance.

Job details

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join the finance team of a growing organization in Southeast Edmonton. This position will play an important role in supporting day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, audit preparation, and vendor-related accounting processes. The successful candidate will also be responsible for ensuring financial information is accurate and properly maintained within SAP. The Opportunity Our client is a privately owned Canadian manufacturing company with an established reputation in the Edmonton market. The organization designs and manufactures specialized industrial products for customers within the energy sector and works with vendors and business partners across multiple countries. This position offers an opportunity to become part of an experienced and collaborative finance team while gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting functions, including international transactions, financial reporting, compliance, and month-end activities. Key Responsibilities Own and execute the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements. Conduct detailed variance analysis, identify key business drivers, and provide actionable insights to leadership Prepare accurate and timely monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages. Support year-end audit activities by preparing audit schedules, providing supporting documentation, and partnering closely with external auditors. Assist with the development of budgets, forecasts, and financial projections to support business planning and decision-making. Manage fixed asset accounting and intercompany transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies. Contribute to cost accounting activities, including manufacturing cost analysis and investigation of production variances. Partner cross-functionally with operations to understand business drivers, assess financial performance, and provide informed financial guidance. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational and financial efficiencies. Ad hoc duties as needed Requirements 5+ years of accounting experience Strong SAP experience is required CPA designation preferred, or actively pursuing a CPA designation Experience with financial reporting and reconciliations Exposure to audit processes and requirements 5 days in office role At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Manage the month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, reporting packages, and audit preparation. Support budgeting, forecasting, fixed asset and intercompany accounting, manufacturing cost analysis, and operational improvements while advising leadership on financial performance.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of accounting experience, strong SAP experience, and experience with financial reporting and reconciliations. Audit exposure is required; a CPA designation is preferred, or candidates may be actively pursuing one.

Listed skills

• Month-End Close · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• SAP · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Month-End Close
• Journal Entries
• Account Reconciliations
• Financial Reporting
• Variance Analysis
• Audit Preparation
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Intercompany Transactions
• Cost Accounting
• Manufacturing Cost Analysis
• SAP
• Internal Controls
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing

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