Senior Accountant

The Opportunity Wendy Ellen Inc.'s Client is an established, privately owned financial services organization seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee full-cycle accounting and support the financial health of a group of related companies. This is a hands-on senior accounting position suited to a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can manage competing priorities, meet critical deadlines, improve reporting processes, and work collaboratively with ownership, mortgage administration, accounting support staff, and external advisors. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle accounting for a group of related companies. Maintain the chart of accounts and general ledger using Sage 50. Complete monthly bank reconciliations and daily trust-account reconciliations. Prepare month-end reconciliations, financial statements, and management reports. Develop budgets, forecasts, pro formas, sensitivity analyses, and Excel-based financial summaries. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, GST filings, annual returns, and related accounting functions. Prepare annual T4 and T5 information returns. Coordinate year-end working papers and financial reporting. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, consultants, and contract financial professionals. Work closely with mortgage administration staff regarding fundings, full and partial payouts, interest distributions, and related transactions. Supervise and coordinate bookkeeping and accounting administrative support. Maintain a master reporting and compliance calendar covering filings, insurance, bonding, annual returns, audits, quarterly reports, and management reporting. Participate in compliance and management meetings, providing meaningful financial insight and recommendations. Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, reporting accuracy, workflow, and operating efficiency. Perform other accounting and financial responsibilities as the organization evolves. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate will bring: Progressive full-cycle accounting experience, preferably within financial services, mortgage administration, lending, investment, or a multi-company environment. Strong working knowledge of Sage 50. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience preparing management reports, budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses. Experience with bank and trust-account reconciliations. Knowledge of Profile tax software is considered an asset. Experience coordinating year-end work with external accountants or auditors. An accounting diploma or degree; a CPA designation or progress toward the designation is considered an asset. Experience supervising or coordinating bookkeeping and accounting support staff is preferred. The ability to learn and work effectively with specialized mortgage administration software. Core Competencies Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Strong planning, organization, and deadline-management skills. Ability to prioritize and continually reassess competing demands. Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to contribute with minimal supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Professional and collaborative approach when working with colleagues, owners, consultants, and external advisors. Ability to anticipate requirements and complete work ahead of deadlines. Willingness to assist colleagues and contribute beyond defined responsibilities when required. Positive, practical, and solutions-oriented attitude. Measures of Success Success in this role will be demonstrated through: Accurate and timely financial reporting. Completion of all filings and reporting requirements by established deadlines. Reliable bank and trust-account reconciliations. High-quality management reports that support informed decision-making. Effective coordination with internal teams and external professionals. Strong organization, forward planning, and consistent follow-through. No avoidable late filings, penalties, or missed financial obligations. Meaningful improvements to accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency. Compensation and Benefits The organization offers: Competitive annual compensation in the range of $110,000 to $120,000, based on experience and qualifications. Annual profit-sharing or performance-based bonus opportunity. Immediate participation in a group health, dental, and disability benefits plan. Four weeks of paid vacation. Paid statutory holidays. Employer-provided computer equipment. Complimentary heated underground parking. Limited remote-work flexibility, generally one to two days per month. Work Schedule This is a full-time, primarily in-office position based in Calgary. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, with flexibility around an approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. operating window. How to Apply Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your full-cycle accounting experience, familiarity with Sage 50, and experience preparing management reports and financial forecasts. Only candidates selected for the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted. All applications will be handled confidentially.

Oversee full-cycle accounting for a group of related companies, including managing the general ledger, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role involves developing budgets and forecasts while coordinating year-end activities with external auditors and consultants.

Requires progressive full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in financial services or mortgage administration, and proficiency in Sage 50 and advanced Excel. An accounting diploma or degree is required, with a CPA designation considered an asset.

• Annual profit-sharing or performance-based bonus • Group health insurance • Dental insurance • Disability benefits • Four weeks of paid vacation • Paid statutory holidays • Employer-provided computer equipment • Complimentary heated underground parking

• Microsoft ExcelSouhaitée
• PaieSouhaitée
• Analyse financièreSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Full-cycle Accounting
• Sage 50
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Bank Reconciliation
• Trust-account Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll
• GST Filings
• T4 and T5 Returns
• Internal Controls
• Financial Analysis
• Supervision

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

13 févr. 2027

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

5 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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