Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 800 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 350 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary:

Position: Senior Accountant

Type: Full-time

Location: Head Office – Fort McKay Incubator Park

Schedule: 40 hours per week. Monday to Thursday (Alternating Friday) - Hybrid Working Schedule.

*This is a local position. Relocation assistance will be available for qualified candidates.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive market rates
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 3 months of continuous service
  
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
  
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag

Role Summary:

Collaborating closely with the Director of Finance, the Senior Accountant role leads project accounting duties and ensures the accurate and timely completion of monthly financial packages. With a focus on corporate financial management, responsibilities include reconciling intercompany transactions, coordinating year-end audits, and contributing to the enhancement of accounting systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Play a pivotal role in ensuring the accurate and timely completion of monthly financial package assembly.
• Prepare reconciliations for intercompany transactions and general ledger entries.
  
• Assist in the coordination of year-end audits.
• Generate monthly accrual entries for revenue, payroll, and payables; review Open Purchase Orders for month-end accruals.
• Provide backup support to the Director of Finance and contribute to the development of new or improved accounting systems and processes.
• Take the lead in implementing ERP systems, specifically focusing on financial aspects.
• Investigate and resolve audit findings and discrepancies in accounts.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Conduct financial analysis, delving into monthly trends and details.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and actively promote safety processes.
• Handle ad hoc reports and general office duties as required.
• Lead Project Accounting responsibilities.
• Collaborate internally with Procurement, Commercial, Support Services, and Site teams.
• Engage externally with auditors and consultants as needed.
  
• Undertake any other duties as assigned.
  

Education & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in analytical accounting role.
• Experience with Microsoft Navision is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.
• Enrollment in CPA courses or working towards a CPA designation is an asset, but not required.
• Strong organization and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and a team player.
• Experience in a high-volume environment.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Superior Excel knowledge and experience.
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds is a must.
• Ability to identify problems/issues and generate new solutions to complex problems.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage and adapt to change in a fast-paced and ever-growing work environment.

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks.

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.