Junior Accountant

Aston Carter • Calgary, AB

5d • CA$24 - CA$27 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for assisting with journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, and financial record maintenance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance team and cross-functional departments to help ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient accounting processes.
This position is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, takes ownership of their work, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. A strong problem-solving mindset and a "figure it out" attitude are essential for success in this role.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience, co-op experience, or relevant internship experience preferred.
• Exposure to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or General Ledger accounting is considered an asset.
• Experience working with ERP systems is an asset.
• Previous involvement in an ERP implementation or system migration is considered a strong asset.
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• General Ledger Accounting
• Journal Entries
• Account Reconciliations
• Invoicing
• Data Entry
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Reporting
• ERP Systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions and competing priorities.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Resourceful problem-solver with a "figure it out" mentality and willingness to take ownership of challenges.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting an ERP implementation, upgrade, or system conversion.
• Exposure to month-end close processes.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, prepaids, and supporting schedules.
• Perform general ledger, bank, and account reconciliations while investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date financial records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including invoice processing, coding, and reconciliations.
• Assist with resolving billing discrepancies, payment issues, and outstanding items.
• Verify supporting documentation and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support timely invoice processing and payment collection activities.
• Assist in preparing recurring financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Compile, organize, and analyze financial data to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Identify discrepancies, issues, or process gaps and escalate as appropriate.
• Support ad hoc reporting requests from Finance and operational teams.
• Assist with ERP-related initiatives, system enhancements, testing, and process improvements.
• Support the maintenance of strong internal controls and compliance with accounting procedures.
• Prepare documentation and schedules to support internal and external audit requests.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree