<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Manager for a 6-12 month contract role based in Calgary, AB. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with on-site as the primary mode. The successful candidate will oversee a range of accounting functions and play a leadership role within the organization.</p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.</li><li>Coordinate and monitor month-end processes to meet internal deadlines.</li><li>Oversee a team of 4-5 staff members, providing direction and support.</li><li>Manage and review bank reconciliations, either directly or by supervising the process.</li><li>Handle various ad-hoc accounting tasks as required by the business.</li><li>Administer intercompany payables and receivables, including accounts payable and receivable functions for multiple entities.</li></ul><p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of five years’ experience managing the full accounting cycle.</li><li>Demonstrated supervisory experience in an accounting environment.</li><li>Proven ability to perform and oversee bank reconciliations.</li><li>Expertise in processing electronic funds transfers and wire payments.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.</li><li>Strong communication skills suitable for a leadership position.</li><li>Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.</li><li>Experience with intercompany transactions and payroll oversight is considered an asset.</li><li>Background in manufacturing project costing is advantageous.</li><li>Accounting designation is beneficial</li></ul>
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Lead based in Calgary, AB. This is a long-term contract role with a hybrid work arrangement, offering the opportunity to take a leadership position within a collaborative accounting team. The successful candidate will oversee operational accounting processes and ensure effective workflow management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise daily operational accounting activities and manage workflow across the team.</li><li>Oversee <span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">accounts payable/accounts receivable processes, </span>payroll cycles and bank reconciliations for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Monitor project-specific purchase orders, ensuring alignment with general ledger and project requirements.</li><li>Coordinate vendor payments and electronic fund transfer uploads.</li><li>Support the management of accounting systems and templates for wire transfers and bank uploads.</li><li>Provide oversight for intercompany reconciliations and supervise team members handling these tasks.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to address ad-hoc accounting tasks as needed.</li><li>Ensure progress updates are communicated clearly and deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Foster a collaborative and communicative team environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including team leadership or supervisory responsibilities.</li><li>Strong understanding of operational accounting, bank reconciliations and month end processes.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage accounts payable/receivable and oversee multiple entities.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software, ideally an ERP system and advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables and lookups.</li><li>Ability to adhere strictly to schedules and manage deadlines effectively.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on reporting progress and addressing challenges.</li><li>Experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment and leading less experienced staff.</li><li>Post-secondary education in accounting or a related field is considered an asset; a designation is not required.</li></ul>