Job Description

About Edmonton Public Schools

We are the second largest school division in Alberta, serving students, families and communities throughout Edmonton. At Edmonton Public Schools, we provide a range of programs, learning spaces and supports that enhance pathways for student success.


Our Division is committed to diversity and inclusivity; we are listening, we are learning, and we are committed.


Edmonton Public Schools aspires to be a learning community where every individual belongs, is included and experiences success. We strive to empower staff to reach their goals in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that values their lived experiences. We are seeking individuals like you, who reflect the students and families we serve.


Together, we are stronger.

Status

FTE: 1.000

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will provide accounting support to the staff in the School Accounting and Internal Reporting unit which includes the school, payroll and school generated funds accountants and to the Manager of School Accounting and Internal Reporting.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

reviewing, analyzing, reconciling and processing monthly Division payroll transactions updating PeopleSoft payroll system tables and cost coding analyzing and processing retroactive job change adjustments providing support for the Division monthly, quarterly, year-end and interim reporting preparing quarterly projection and final year end surplus deficit summary reports assisting with the Payroll System and General Ledger testing providing support to the School Generated Funds Accountant including reviewing monthly SGF reports and following up on any irregularities, errors and non-compliance with Division Regulations providing support to the School Accountants with reviews of school budgets, SGF reports, reviewing and processing journal entries (ITP'S) and revenue remittance vouchers, assisting and advising school Principals, and other school administrative staff on financial policies, procedures and financial information systems
providing support to the Manager of School Accounting and Internal Reporting

Education/Qualifications

a degree in a related field and working towards a professional accounting designation a minimum of three years related experience experience with full-cycle accounting and financial systems knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures excellent consultative, collaborative, analytical and communication skills
experience in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Rate of Pay

$46.38 - $59.27 per hour

About What We Have to Offer

Nature of Work

Closing

Closing date for this competition is September 22, 2025


Only those applicants being considered will be contacted. The Terms and Conditions of employment for Exempt staff may be viewed at www.epsb.ca/ourdistrict/careers/exempt/ #HP1