Job Description

Position: Senior Accountant

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Calgary, AB

Description:

SBL Contractors is a Calgary-based commercial construction company that services western Canada, specializing in turnkey design build projects and general contracting. We offer our clients a full range of services specifically tailored to meet the needs of each project, including design and engineering services and professional project management.

Occupational Summary:

As a Senior Accountant you will work closely with the Company Controller to ensure accurate and timely coding and processing of Company accounts receivable, providing support to accounts payable and overseeing payroll functions in accordance with government regulations and company policies and procedures. You will perform a wide range of duties across multiple affiliated companies and contribute to the overall success of the organization by maintaining up to date accounting records.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare, reconcile and collect accounts receivable for large scale cost plus and percent completion projects. Provide support and supervision to accounts payable's team, including preparation of bi-weekly accounts payable payment run reports. Review and approve monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Evaluate, approve and setup of new subcontractors or vendors Auditing of subcontractor directory to ensure validity and accuracy; Including filing of T5018 on a yearly basis Setup of new projects into our construction management and accounting software Prepare monthly tax returns for multiple companies for Controller approval and filing, including GST returns, PST returns, income tax installments and source deduction filings. Review and approve biweekly payroll and special pay runs according to established processes and employment standards; process ROEs and T4s as required Process employee expense reports for payment, ensuring timely turnaround of payment to employees. Prepare and assist with year-end tax package for external accountants. Maintain and provide support to team members related to our construction management software Manage accurate digital and physical filing of accounting documentation, ensuring accuracy and ease of access to financial data. Prepare weekly and monthly reports for Controller and management review. Provide supporting documentation for audits and preparation of year end filings as required. Maintain up to date knowledge of tax laws and employment standards as they apply to accounting principles and to this position. Maintain utmost confidentiality of Company and employee financial and personal data. Other projects and duties that arise from time to time

Additional General Responsibilities:

Perform all duties with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. Provide support to SBL admin staff, covering brief reception duties as needed in absence of designated reception staff. Provide an excellent level of professional service to SBL customers, subcontractors, vendors, and staff.

Qualifications:

Minimum five years of accounting experience University degree in accounting or business administration A satisfactory Criminal Record check will be a precondition of employment

Knowledge and Skills

:

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and internal control principals required
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations on business issues.
Proficiency in the use of computer programs for accounting and MS Office suite
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Working Conditions:

Full Time - Monday to Friday
Eligibility for health and dental benefits, health spending account, profit sharing plan
Casual office working environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Profit sharing Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Calgary, AB T2G 2W3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Accounting: 5 years (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person