Finance Accountant

Aecon • Calgary, AB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Finance Manager, the Finance Accountant will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting functions of multiple business units. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with procedures and optimizing financial performance within Aecon Transportation West & Foundations. This position is located in Calgary, Alberta.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline
• 1-5 years of experience, may be pursuing CPA designation or equivalent.
• Progressive experience that indicates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaborate with a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction or related industry is preferred.
• Experience with SAP, BPC and Business Objects is valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including billed and unbilled revenues.
• Monitor and analyze costs related to finished good production and inventory movements.
• Drive the month end close processes (preparation of journal entries, elimination entries, recurring entries, and accruals).
• Conduct standard costing reviews to assess the accuracy and efficiency of inventory valuations.
• Support inventory accounting processes, including reconciliation of stockpiles, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Manage and maintain Asset Retirement Obligations including ongoing review of assumptions, accretion and compliance.
• Review monthly/quarterly deliverables from internal projects or business units.
• Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations and coordinate with necessary Aecon divisions and shared services to deal with variances.
• Intercompany reconciliation, confirmation of intercompany balances and coordination of transactions.
• Preparation of monthly management report deliverables.
• Assist with internal and external audit activities.
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and/or financial statement notes.
• Research IFRS as needed to ensure established Aecon policies and procedures are compliant with IFRS.
• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes as needed.
• Liaise with other Aecon departments as required.
• Maintain respect, effective communication and relationships with management and staff of all levels.
• Prepare HST, GST, PST, QST returns, filings and reconciliations.
• Account analysis and preparation of working papers and schedules.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level