Job Description

Canadian Silica Industries, a member of The LaPrairie Group of Companies, is looking for an energetic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a full-time Intermediate Accountant based in our Calgary, Alberta office. This is an in office position.Reporting to the Controller, the Intermediate Accountant will assist in the day-to-day financial activities of the company including full cycle accounting, preparation of financial reports and quantitative analysis. The Intermediate Accountant will work closely with the Finance team to prepare and analyze information for both internal and external users.The position requires outstanding communication and organizational skills, superior attention to detail, effective time management and a drive for continuous improvement.Candidates with knowledge of the mining and logistics industry will be given preference.Responsibilities:

• Assist in completion of the month end processes, including the preparation of month end journal entries, account analysis and reconciliation.
• Assist in the completion of monthly internal and external financial reporting.
• Preparation and analysis of various operational reports, including scale ticket analysis, reconciliation of monthly revenues, and job costing.
• Reconciling bank statements and maintaining the general ledger.
• Preparation and filing of GST/PST.
• Ensure inter-company and balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly, investigate and adjust variances as needed.
• Create ad-hoc reports and analyses as needed.
• Develop and maintain efficient, effective working processes; actively pursue process improvement.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly and year end close processes.
• Assist with year end review as required.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Performs various other duties as required by Management.

Skills and Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in accounting.
• 3-4 years of intermediate level accounting experience in a similar role.
• Must be highly organized and able to multi-task with minimal supervision.
• Must have excellent computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook); experience working with Explorer Contract Manager (Eclipse) is considered an asset.
• Great problem-solving and decision-making skills; high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a growing, dynamic and changing environment.
• Self-motivated individual who is proactive and takes initiative; can work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (oral and written); ability to work with multiple organizational levels.
• Optimistic/Collaborative approach and attitude towards work.
• Shows responsibility and confidentiality regarding work related information.

What we offer:

• Competitive wages and Health and Wellness benefit plan.
• On-the-job training with additional learning opportunities.
• An inclusive and supportive team culture.
• Company events and parties.
• And much more!

Canadian Silica Industries is a member of the LaPrairie Group of Companies, , a family-owned, diverse group of construction companies that have been in business for over 40 years in Western Canada. We are one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest independently owned mobile-crane companies, experts in oilfield trucking, heavy-hauling and picker truck services, specialists in proppant mining and production, and a major road construction and maintenance contractor.Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

LaPrairie Group