Accounting Technician – Finance Operations

About the role

We are looking for an Accounting Technician to join our finance team in Edmonton. The role involves handling payroll, managing fixed assets, and maintaining accurate financial records using both manual and computerized systems.

Key responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation.
• Maintain financial records and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems.
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements.
• Post journal entries.
• Prepare statistical, financial and accounting reports.
• Prepare tax returns.
• Prepare trial balance of books.
• Reconcile accounts.

Required profile

• Accurate and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Adaptable and able to work under pressure.

Required skills

• Accounting software
• Database software
• Human resources software
• Inventory control software
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Word
• Oracle
• QuickBooks
• RealWorld
• Simply Accounting
• TaxPrep
• Microsoft Publisher

What we offer

• Dental, health care and disability benefits.
• Life insurance and maternity/parental benefits.
• Free parking on site.
• Flexible work hours, including early morning, evening and weekend options.