Controller / Accounting Manager
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Original job description
Controller / Accounting Manager
We are seeking an accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment! Our organization has an exciting opportunity for an individual with a degree or diploma in accounting as well as a minimum of five years of experience.
The successful individual will have the following:
- A minimum of five years progressively responsible experience. Equivalencies may be considered for this position
- Experience with different accounting and payroll systems along with the aptitude to learn new programs
- Expert knowledge of basic accounting principals
- The ability to accurately plan and forecast financial statements
- Possess a CPA designation or be working towards one
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting
Attributes for the successful candidate include:
- Above average verbal and written communication skills
- Strong time management skills
- A professional demeanor
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Thrive in a fast paced work environment
- Able to interact with a diverse group of individuals with ease
- Achievement and goal oriented
- A desire to add value to operations
Duties for this position will include but are not limited to:
- Prepare, evaluate and analyze financial statements
- Make recommendations for process improvement and cost savings
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Month end and year end reconciliations
- Reconcile the General Ledger
- Prepare monthly budgets and forecast
- Oversee preparation of full cycle payroll
Compensation:
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and more will be provided for the successful candidate.
Application:
Applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada are encouraged to apply, we thank all others for their interest.
Touchmark at Wedgewood is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all team members. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
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Responsibilities
The Controller/Accounting Manager is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, managing budgets, and overseeing full-cycle payroll. They will also perform reconciliations and identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience. A CPA designation or active pursuit of one is required, along with proficiency in accounting and payroll systems.
Skills
- Financial forecasting
- General ledger reconciliation
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Payroll processing
- Budgeting
- Process improvement
- Cost savings analysis
- Accounting principles
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Confidentiality
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Administrative
Keywords
- Controller
- Accounting Manager
- Financial Statements
- Payroll
- General Ledger
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- CPA
- Reconciliation
- Process Improvement
- Cost Savings
- Financial Analysis
- Full Cycle Payroll