Senior Financial Accountant
Redwater, Alberta | Full-Time | Permanent
About Us
Otter Wise Talent Solutions is a proudly Indigenous-owned, woman-led recruitment firm and job board dedicated to advancing employment opportunities for Indigenous job seekers across Canada. While we specialize in Indigenous recruitment, we also provide full-service staffing solutions for all qualified candidates, regardless of background, across a variety of industries.
Our mission is to promote equity, inclusion, and economic empowerment by connecting top talent with meaningful career opportunities. Through culturally responsive hiring practices and innovative recruitment strategies, we help businesses build diverse, high-performing teams while supporting candidates in achieving their professional aspirations.
We are committed to connecting our clients with professionals from all backgrounds, ensuring businesses find the right talent to support their growth. Our goal is to match qualified candidates with opportunities that align with their experience and career goals, helping both job seekers and employers succeed. Whether you are an employer looking to build a strong team or a job seeker exploring new career paths, we are here to support your journey.
The Opportunity
Otter Wise Talent Solutions is proud to partner with a growing organization operating within a capital-intensive industry to recruit an experienced Senior Financial Accountant.
Based in Redwater, Alberta, this position reports directly to the Controller and plays a critical role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing financial insight that supports operational excellence and business growth.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, partnering with operations and leadership teams, and contributing to the success of a growing organization.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities.
- Prepare monthly working papers, balance sheet reconciliations, and adjusting journal entries.
- Ensure the timely and accurate completion of monthly financial reporting.
- Assist in preparing financial statement packages for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Regulatory Compliance
- Prepare and file regulatory returns, including:
- GST/HST
- Workers' Compensation Board (WCB)
- Royalties
- Other required government filings
- Ensure compliance with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE) and applicable regulatory requirements.
General Accounting
- Maintain customer and supplier master data.
- Support full-cycle accounting processes, including purchasing, billing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Assist with year-end financial statement preparation and coordinate with external auditors.
- Support finance department projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Business Support
- Partner with Finance, Operations, and external service providers.
- Analyze financial information and identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
- Support business initiatives through accurate financial analysis and reporting.
- Contribute to process improvements that strengthen financial controls and operational effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
- CPA designation is strongly preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
- Experience with full-cycle accounting, including purchasing, billing, reconciliations, and month-end close.
- Experience preparing financial statements and supporting external audits.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Skills
Experience with the following is highly preferred:
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SharePoint
- QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
- Financial reporting and reconciliation systems
Experience within mining, manufacturing, industrial operations, natural resources, energy, or other capital-intensive industries is considered a strong asset.
Leadership & Professional Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong emotional intelligence and professional maturity.
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
- A collaborative, team-first approach.
- Strong organizational agility and adaptability.
- A results-oriented mindset with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary of $105,000 - $119,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Three (3) weeks of paid vacation.
- Hybrid work schedule (one work-from-home day per week).
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
- RRSP matching program.
- Company-paid sick days.
- Paid time off during the Christmas holiday period.
- Professional designation dues reimbursement.
- Travel allowance may be available based on your location.
- Long-term career growth within a growing organization.
Work Environment
- Full-time permanent position based in Redwater, Alberta.
- Hybrid work environment with one remote workday per week.
- Collaborative office setting with regular interaction across Finance, Operations, and leadership teams.
- Fast-paced organization focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.
Preference Statement for Indigenous Candidates
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) in alignment with our commitment to supporting Indigenous employment and economic reconciliation.
We encourage Indigenous applicants to apply and self-identify in their application. If no qualified Indigenous candidates apply, all other qualified candidates will be fully considered for the position.
Apply Now!
If you are an experienced accounting professional looking to join a collaborative organization where you can make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Otter Wise Talent Solutions thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds.
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