Government of Canada - Western

accounting controller


Pay30.00 / hour
LocationCalgary/Alberta
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 43419049

      Overview

      Languages

      English or French

      Education

      • College/CEGEP

      Experience

      3 years to less than 5 years

      Hybrid

      Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

      Work setting

      • Remote location
      • Construction industry

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
      • Supervise staff
      • Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
      • Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
      • Prepare reports and audit findings
      • Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
      • Prepare financial statements and reports
      • Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
      • Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
      • Review and examine financial services and institutions to ensure compliance with governing legislation and regulation
      • Analyze financial documents and reports
      • Examine accounting records
      • Provide financial, business and tax advice
      • Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
      • Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
      • Oversee payroll administration

      Supervision

      • 1 to 2 people

      Experience and specialization

      Computer and technology knowledge

      • Simply Accounting
      • MS Office
      • Internet
      • MS Excel
      • MS Outlook
      • Sage Accounting Software

      Area of specialization

      • Accounting

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Bondable
      • Criminal record check

      Transportation/travel information

      • Valid driver's licence
      • Own vehicle
      • Public transportation is not available

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Fast-paced environment
      • Work under pressure
      • Tight deadlines
      • Attention to detail

      Own tools/equipment

      • Internet access

      Personal suitability

      • Accurate
      • Dependability
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Flexibility
      • Organized
      • Reliability
      • Team player
      • Ability to multitask
      • Proactive

      Benefits

      Health benefits

      • Dental plan
      • Disability benefits
      • Health care plan
      • Vision care benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Group insurance benefits
      • Life insurance

      Other benefits

      • Free parking available
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