Capital Accountant, Tangible Capital Asset (TCA)
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Capital Accountant, you will be responsible for the integrity of the Tangible Capital Asset (TCA) information in The City's financial ledgers. You will work with operations and financial partners to gather and document Tangible Capital Asset (TCA) events, consultative/support requirements, and perform quality control on TCA transactions. Primary duties include:
- Identify TCA events and set up management and tracking of transactions in the PeopleSoft Project Costing and Asset Management modules.
- Work with Project Managers (or their designate) to build relationships, ensuring they are informed on TCA reporting requirements and report TCA in a timely manner.
- Apply quality control measures and risk analysis to TCA events for adherence to TCA policies and procedures; ensure alignment with corporate direction.
- Complete working papers and related financial transactions for periodic and year-end financial reporting of TCAs.
- Maintain process and documentation files, generate reports, and train on TCA reporting requirements.
- Provide PeopleSoft Project Costing and Asset Management module "Super User" support to partners.
- Reconcile data between PeopleSoft modules including General Ledger, Project Costing and Asset Management.
Qualifications
- A degree combined with a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and at least 3 years of Finance experience working in a large complex corporation.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel is required.
- Preference will be given to those with a minimum of 3 years of capital accounting experience.
- Experience working with PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management (FSCM) will be considered an asset.
- You demonstrate creative analytical abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to make sound professional judgments.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Finance
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 6 months)
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $42.62 - 56.97 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35-hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 8, 2025
Job ID #: 312686
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Capital Accountant, Tangible Capital Asset (TCA)
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Capital Accountant, you will be responsible for the integrity of the Tangible Capital Asset (TCA) information in The City's financial ledgers. You will work with operations and financial partners to gather and document Tangible Capital Asset (TCA) events, consultative/support requirements, and perform quality control on TCA transactions. Primary duties include:
- Identify TCA events and set up management and tracking of transactions in the PeopleSoft Project Costing and Asset Management modules.
- Work with Project Managers (or their designate) to build relationships, ensuring they are informed on TCA reporting requirements and report TCA in a timely manner.
- Apply quality control measures and risk analysis to TCA events for adherence to TCA policies and procedures; ensure alignment with corporate direction.
- Complete working papers and related financial transactions for periodic and year-end financial reporting of TCAs.
- Maintain process and documentation files, generate reports, and train on TCA reporting requirements.
- Provide PeopleSoft Project Costing and Asset Management module "Super User" support to partners.
- Reconcile data between PeopleSoft modules including General Ledger, Project Costing and Asset Management.
Qualifications
- A degree combined with a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and at least 3 years of Finance experience working in a large complex corporation.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel is required.
- Preference will be given to those with a minimum of 3 years of capital accounting experience.
- Experience working with PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management (FSCM) will be considered an asset.
- You demonstrate creative analytical abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to make sound professional judgments.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Finance
Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 6 months)
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $42.62 - 56.97 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35-hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 8, 2025
Job ID #: 312686
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.