Accounting Specialist

BrokerLink•Calgary, AB

13d•CA$87,200 - CA$106,600•Hybrid

About The Position

BrokerLink is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their growing team in Alberta or Ontario on a full-time, permanent basis. The company emphasizes its values of integrity, respect, customer focus, excellence, and generosity, driving diversity and inclusion efforts to create a respectful and inclusive work environment. They aim to attract and retain talent by offering growth opportunities and valuing their team members. BrokerLink has over 200 offices across Canada and offers flexible work arrangements. Compensation includes salary, an incentive plan with an annual bonus, a share plan, Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company matching, and a Group RRSP with company matching DPSP offerings. The salary range provided is based on a 35-hour workweek, but candidates outside this range are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Professional accounting designation (CPA)
5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, or auditing roles, with a focus on public company financial reporting preferred
Solid background in IFRS, including financial statement preparation, financial reporting, technical accounting research, and accounting policy application.
Must have advanced excel skills
Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of delivering accurate and timely financial information.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
Strong problem solving, organizational, time management, prioritizing and multitasking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and present complex financial information clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, supporting schedules, and other reporting requirements.
Support the Financial reporting team during month, quarter and year end.
Work on preliminary/final purchase price calculations for new acquisitions and prepare purchase journal entries.
Reconcile bank accounts and sub-ledger accounts.
Research technical accounting matters and prepare supporting documentation and accounting memos.
Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards and accounting policy updates.
Support the preparation of financial statement disclosures and management reporting packages.
Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and reporting requirements.
Prepare various regulatory and government reporting (RIBO, GST&HST, sales taxes, quarterly surveys etc.).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance the quality and reliability of financial information.
Assist with finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations and process automation projects.
Support ERP enhancements and finance-related system upgrades.
Complete other tasks as assigned and other ad-hoc reporting and accounting projects as required.