Intermediate Accountant

Dayforce

Intermediate Accountant position supporting financial reporting and analysis in Edmonton. In-office role requiring proficiency in full-cycle accounting and collaboration with departments.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeEdmonton • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in full-cycle accounting and financial reporting, with a strong focus on compliance with Canadian GAAP and the ability to analyze financial data for discrepancies and variances. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and the capacity to collaborate effectively with team members and operational departments.

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Full-Cycle AccountingFinancial ReportingCanadian GAAP ComplianceFinancial AnalysisMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

General Ledger AnalysisBalance Sheet PreparationIncome Statement PreparationAccount ReconciliationJournal EntriesVariance AnalysisFinancial Statement PreparationFinancial Process ImprovementDynamics 365 Business CentralAccounting Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingAttention to DetailTime ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelMS WordDynamics 365 Business Central

Industry Keywords

Financial AnalysisMonth-End ClosingYear-End ClosingOperational EfficiencyAccounting-Related Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and analyze general ledger accounts including balance sheets, income statements, and account reconciliations.
Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and financial reporting.
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and working papers for external accountants.
Ensure compliance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Investigate and resolve discrepancies or variances in financial data.
Contribute to financial analysis including variance analysis.
Collaborate with team members and operational departments to resolve accounting-related issues.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and support operational efficiency.
Other related duties as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated proficiency in full-cycle accounting, with increasing levels of responsibility over time.
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar accounting software is an asset.
Willingness to work evenings or weekends as required by deadlines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Employee discount program