Accounting Specialist, Due Diligence

Capital Power•Edmonton, AB

12d•CA$49 - CA$59•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Specialist, Due Diligence supports the company's growth strategy by contributing to financial due diligence activities. Reporting directly to the Senior Lead, Accounting Due Diligence, this role assists in evaluating the financial health of acquisition targets, documenting accounting findings, and helping onboard acquired entities into the company's finance framework. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain deep exposure to M&A transactions, technical accounting, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA designation or active enrollment in the CPA program, with completion expected within the next 12 months.
3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, or finance; experience in public company accounting is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality work under tight deadlines.
Foundational understanding of IFRS, particularly as they relate to financial reporting and business combinations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings clearly to peers and senior colleagues.
Comfortable working with project management tools and maintaining organized workpapers and documentation.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Clearance of Credit check is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

CFA, CBV, or other relevant designations will also be an asset.
Prior experience in a Big 4 or large national public accounting firm is highly valued.
Exposure to M&A, transaction advisory, or finance integration is a plus but not required.
Experience working in a publicly traded company or regulated industry is considered an advantage.
US GAAP knowledge is highly valued; but not required.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Assist in financial and accounting due diligence for potential acquisitions, including review of financial statements, accounting policies, supporting schedules, and managing third party advisors.
Help identify and document financial risks, liabilities, and accounting discrepancies identified during diligence.
Research target company compliance with IFRS and/or US GAAP and flag deviations for review by the Senior Lead.
Prepare diligence workpapers, summaries, and data room trackers to support transaction timelines.
Assist in documenting accounting treatment for acquisition-related transactions, including purchase price allocation, goodwill, and contingent consideration.
Support preparation of financial disclosures and audit documentation related to acquisitions.
Assist in responding to external auditor inquiries and gathering supporting evidence.
Collaborate with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and IT teams on integration workstreams.
Prepare analysis, presentations, and reports to support senior stakeholders on integration status and financial findings.