On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Lead based in Calgary, AB. This is a long-term contract role with a hybrid work arrangement, offering the opportunity to take a leadership position within a collaborative accounting team. The successful candidate will oversee operational accounting processes and ensure effective workflow management.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operational accounting activities and manage workflow across the team.
• Oversee accounts payable/accounts receivable processes, payroll cycles and bank reconciliations for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor project-specific purchase orders, ensuring alignment with general ledger and project requirements.
• Coordinate vendor payments and electronic fund transfer uploads.
• Support the management of accounting systems and templates for wire transfers and bank uploads.
• Provide oversight for intercompany reconciliations and supervise team members handling these tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to address ad-hoc accounting tasks as needed.
• Ensure progress updates are communicated clearly and deadlines are consistently met.
• Foster a collaborative and communicative team environment.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including team leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of operational accounting, bank reconciliations and month end processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage accounts payable/receivable and oversee multiple entities.
• Proficiency with accounting software, ideally an ERP system and advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables and lookups.
• Ability to adhere strictly to schedules and manage deadlines effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on reporting progress and addressing challenges.
• Experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment and leading less experienced staff.
• Post-secondary education in accounting or a related field is considered an asset; a designation is not required.

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