Accounting Manager NEW

Job title: Accounting Manager

Company: About Staffing

Job description: About Staffing® is an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a proud BBB Accredited business.We have partnered with a reputable company to support them in finding their next hire; Accounting Manager.Job ID: 42921Job Type: Direct HireCategory: AccountingLocation: Calgary, AlbertaOur long-term client is seeking a skilled and dynamic Accounting Manager to lead their full-cycle accounting and payroll operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable, well-established organization where your expertise will have a direct impact on the company’s success.We’re looking for someone who not only brings solid accounting and payroll experience, but also thrives in a leadership role-mentoring team members, fostering collaboration, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, confident in managing competing priorities, and adept at working with a wide range of personalities.Previous accounting management experience is essential, along with the ability to step in, work independently, and quickly get up to speed in a fast-paced environment.If you’re ready to take ownership of the accounting function, lead a talented team, and contribute to continuous process improvements, we’d love to hear from you.Duties and Responsibilities:The key job functions are:

• Lead and support the accounting team, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including payment processing, cheque runs, and follow-ups on overdue accounts.
• Manage payroll administration.
• Prepare journal entries, bank reconciliations, and monthly provincial sales tax remittances.
• Coordinate month-end and period-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and reporting.
• Administer and oversee inventory counts, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Troubleshoot ERP system issues related to accounting and inventory.
• Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met and resolve discrepancies.
• Support special projects within the finance function as required.

Education:

• Post secondary in accounting or finance is required.
• CPA designation or similar is an asset but not mandatory.

Experience:

• 5+ years in an Accounting/Payroll role required.
• Experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Cost accounting experience is a strong asset.

Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills-able to manage timelines, deadlines, and accuracy.
• Proven leadership and training abilities.
• Collaborative team player.
• Skilled at working with diverse personalities.
• Self-motivated, driven, and eager to contribute.

Base Salary: $80,000 – 85,000

• Full benefits package included following 3-month probation period.

Work Hours:

• 40 hours per week.
• Monday to Friday.

Remote Work:

• This position is not remote and required to be on-site.

Additional Notes:

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

About Staffing® recruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with accounting jobs. We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate and industrial fields.The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies. Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer’s needs of the positions we are actively working on.We are constantly posting accounting jobs so check back with us regularly.For FAQs, stop by our .Please reference Job ID: 42921 in your application.To apply for this job email your details to .About Staffing is an Alberta-based employment and recruitment agency that offers flexible staffing solutions for all businesses across any industry and position level.

Expected salary: $80000 – 85000 per year

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:29:28 GMT

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