Corporate Accountant (English / French)
About The Position
We are seeking a Corporate Accountant with French Language skills to join our team, based in Edmonton, AB. Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager, this role will work with multiple internal teams within the corporate accounting group performing accounting activities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal finance policies, accounting standards, and regulations. The position requires intermediate analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial principles. Please note: All accounting tasks and documentation will be performed in English; however French is required specifically to communicate and correspond directly with our Quebec-based colleagues as needed.
Requirements
- Post-Secondary Education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in Corporate Accounting
- Strong technical acumen with software platforms such as the MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Fluent in speaking, writing, and reading French (required); strong written and verbal English also required
- Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
Nice To Haves
- CPA designation, or working towards
- Previous experience with the Construction Industry
Responsibilities
- Interact remotely with our Quebec entities, which will be mostly in French
- Prepare and post journal entries
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for Valard entities and follow up on outstanding bank transactions
- Review and reconcile intercompany transactions for both the balance sheets and income statements
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data
- Perform month-end and year-end close recurring tasks as directed
- Assist with audit preparations and provide documentation as needed
- Communicate and correspond with French-speaking stakeholders, and translate or review financial documentation in French as required
- Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by management
Benefits
- 5% RRSP matching program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
