Senior Accountant

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Are you a dynamic and detail-oriented accounting professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working on diverse investments, from real estate and agriculture to oil & gas and hospitality? If so, we want to hear from you!

Our client is a private investment company based in Edmonton, Alberta, with a diverse portfolio of investments, both geographically and by industry. As part of our growing accounting and finance team, you’ll play a key role in managing financial reporting across multiple industries.

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Senior Accountant to join our in-office team in downtown Edmonton. In this role, you’ll be responsible for financial reporting, consolidation accounting, tax compliance, and supporting investment operations. You will work closely with both corporate and on-site accounting teams, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

Benefits & Perks

• Diverse Industry Exposure – Work with a variety of industries, from real estate and hospitality to agriculture and energy. This is a great role for a senior accountant or new manager in public practice who wants to make the move into industry.
• Growth Opportunities – Be part of a growing company with room for professional advancement.
• Team-Oriented Culture – Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation – A rewarding package, including benefits and professional development support.

Responsibilities

• Review financial records, including trial balances, general ledgers, and working papers.
• Record month- and year-end journal entries, including accruals, loan payments, prepaid expenses, and foreign exchange conversions.
• Perform consolidation accounting across multiple entities, including non-controlling interests.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including year-end working papers and note disclosures under ASPE.
• Assist in preparing MD&A reports and support external accountants with year-end review engagements.
• Provide support for income tax compliance, including filing tax returns and reviewing external tax filings.
• Work with the investment team on current and upcoming opportunities.
• Help develop and implement improved processes, internal controls, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with 3+ years of progressive experience, including public accounting.
• Strong understanding of ASPE or IFRS and Canadian tax regulations.
• Excellent analytical, technical accounting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word (Dynamics GP and CaseWare are assets).
• Ability to work 100% in-office in downtown Edmonton.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

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