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Sr. Accountant
<p>Our client is looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join an on-site team in Edmonton, Alberta on a long-term contract assignment. This role is well suited to a hands-on accounting professional who can manage day-to-day financial operations, support payroll, and maintain accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting and daily financial operations</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoicing and follow-up</li><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees</li><li>Prepare journal entries, financial statements, and support month-end close</li><li>Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Support high-volume transaction periods and assist with data entry as needed</li><li>Assist with credit card reconciliations and evolving accounting processes</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting queries and maintain efficient workflows</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience</li><li>Experience with payroll, AP, and AR in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong knowledge of reconciliations, GL maintenance, journal entries, and month-end close</li><li>Ability to prepare accurate financial statements and reporting</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills (including pivot tables)</li><li>Experience with systems such as QuickBooks and Payworks; ERP exposure (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) is an asset</li><li>Strong communication and ability to support or guide junior staff</li><li>Comfortable working independently in an on-site, collaborative environment </li></ul><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong> </p><p>  </p><p>To be considered for this contract role, click the “Apply Now!” link or by using the Robert Half mobile app. Download it on the App Store or get it on Google Play today! </p><p>  </p><p>Reference Number:  05110-0013432913</p><p>  </p><p>Robert Half would like to thank all applicants for their expressed interest however, only those candidates identified for interview will be contacted. </p>
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  • Edmonton, AB
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Accountant</strong> to join an on-site team in Edmonton, Alberta on a long-term contract assignment. This role is well suited to a hands-on accounting professional who can manage day-to-day financial operations, support payroll, and maintain accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting and daily financial operations</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoicing and follow-up</li><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees</li><li>Prepare journal entries, financial statements, and support month-end close</li><li>Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Support high-volume transaction periods and assist with data entry as needed</li><li>Assist with credit card reconciliations and evolving accounting processes</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting queries and maintain efficient workflows</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

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