Staff Accountant

PERMA PIPE INC•Camrose, AB

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Perma-Pipe in Camrose, Alberta, Canada is looking for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the company's overall financial operations. This role involves preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting in month-end close activities, and providing accurate financial data for decision-making. The Staff Accountant will collaborate closely with the accounting team and contribute to the efficient operation of the finance department. This is an on-site, Camrose, Canada based position and candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a challenging environment.
Detail-oriented professional committed to accuracy, continuous learning, and effective communication.
Adaptable, able to manage shifting priorities, and comfortable handling multiple deadlines.
High level of initiative with a proactive, solution-oriented approach to tasks.
Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Ethical, trustworthy, and capable of handling sensitive financial information with integrity.
Committed to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Visual or Syteline ERP & OneStream Financial Reporting software a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Provide support to A/R as a backup, research and resolve technical issues, monitor subledger for accuracy.
Monitor, prepare/post, and reconcile intercompany accounts communicating with other business units to ensure accurate and proper postings.
Participate in month-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, post-close finance reporting, and variance analysis.
Maintain detailed schedules and records to support financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and support team with auditor inquiries.
Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Participate in ad hoc projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.