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We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join a growing accounting team and support day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, this role will assist with accounts receivable, reconciliations, invoicing, and project-related accounting activities.
This position is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys working with financial data, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a variety of accounting processes. Workload may increase during peak periods such as quarter-end and fiscal year-end.
This is a 1 month contract located on site in NW Calgary, starting immediately, with potential for extension or permanency.
Key Responsibilities
- Review sales orders and invoices within the accounting system
- Prepare and distribute invoices for internal training programs
- Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up on overdue payments
- Apply incoming payments to customer accounts and investigate unapplied cash receipts
- Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
- Maintain accurate records of all accounts receivable transactions
- Generate reports on AR status and collections activities
- Support consulting project administration including contract setup, cost tracking, revenue recognition, timesheets, commission calculations, and client billing
- Assist with completion of Statistics Canada reporting requirements
- Provide general accounting and administrative support as needed
Qualifications
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting or accounts receivable experience
- Experience with NetSuite is considered an asset
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel at an intermediate level
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — 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.