Assistant Accounting Manager

Edmonton AB
In Office
$75,000 - $95,000
Our client, one of Western Canada's leading window and door manufacturers, is looking for an Assistant Accounting Manager to join their team in Edmonton. The Assistant Accounting Manager collaborates closely with the Accounting Manager to supervise the company's financial operations and reporting. This position entails aiding in the management of the accounting team, ensuring precision and adherence to regulatory standards, and offering financial analysis and advice to the management.
PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Dental care
• On-the-job training
• Room for advancement
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Vision care

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Assist in financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning, including evaluating investment opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and revenue-generating activities.
• Perform full-cycle accounting, overseeing all general accounting operations & prepare government remittances (GST/PST), payroll, and corporate tax according to statutory deadlines.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting reports.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and forecasts. Monitor variances between actual results and budgets, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with accounting standards (ASPE), procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead special projects and provide recommendations to improve accounting practices. Establish priorities, initiate new ideas, and concepts to address problems and improve efficiency.
• Prepare and coordinate fiscal year-end audit working papers for the company. Serve as a liaison to external auditors.

• Lead, Coach and Mentor direct reports, ensuring smooth operations of the accounting department and maintaining synergistic relationships with all other departments.

WHO YOU ARE:

• 5+ years experience as a General Accountant & 2+ year experience as supervisory role.
• Experience using Financial Software, Sage Systems, MS Suite.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and tax regulations.

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in business or a finance-related discipline
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or in progress is an asset.

ABOUT US:
TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider.
Our mission is to help YOU succeed by providing access to opportunities - jobs, careers, and professional development. We partner with over 200 top companies across North America with a focus on placing Business Professionals, Warehouse & Distribution staff, and technical Mining and Aviation staff.
From flexible to permanent positions, we help people start careers, change careers, and advance careers in a way that works for you.
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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process
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