Senior Accountant

Our client, an established and diversified organization with operations across Canada and the United States, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their accounting team in Leduc, Alberta.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on role, working across multiple entities and industries, including commercial real estate, property management, manufacturing, and oil and gas.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities while benefiting from direct mentorship and long-term career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting functions across multiple Canadian and US entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconciliations, and financial adjustments.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare occupancy cost calculations and support commercial property accounting.
• Maintain fixed asset records, amortization schedules, and loan schedules.
• Prepare GST filings, property tax documentation, and WCB reporting.
• Support year-end accounting processes and external review engagements.
• Manage intercompany transactions, including foreign exchange calculations and reconciliations.
• Coordinate insurance-related matters, including property acquisitions, sales, and tenant insurance.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate accounting issues, and ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist with acquisitions, financial onboarding, and process improvements.
• Support the CFO with additional accounting responsibilities and special projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• CPA designation required.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within commercial real estate, property management, or development.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience working with multiple companies or legal entities.
• Knowledge of foreign exchange transactions, including intercompany accounting, banking, AP, and AR.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Sage, QuickBooks Desktop, or QuickBooks Online considered an asset.
• Exposure to US accounting, acquisitions, or financial integrations is an asset.
• Experience with AutoPoint or Journey accounting software is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• A proactive, adaptable professional who is eager to learn and grow within the organization.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.