Assistant Controller

  • Full Time
  • Calgary

Bluestar Engineering Ltd.

Bluestar Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary-based EPCM company specializing in oil and gas and renewables projects. We are a group of professionals who form a fully integrated multi-disciplinary organization backed by many years of experience.

 

We are seeking someone eager to continue their career with our fast-paced, growing company and looking to fill the role of Assistant Controller.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:
Accounting:

· Provide direction and guidance to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including backup.
· Provide guidance and backup support for timesheet entry and reconciliation.
· Perform all payroll functions, including payroll, remittances, T4 preparation and other reporting as required, benefit reconciliations.
· Perform account reconciliations.
· Perform month end entries, including WIP, Prepaids, Allocations as necessary.
· Internal Controls.
· Complete filing and data entry tasks as needed.
· Collections for overdue invoices.
· Organize and maintain company and staff records.
· Maintain chart of account.
· GST Reporting.
· Month-end Reporting.
· Other duties as assigned.

 

Financial Planning and Reporting:

· Assist in development of the annual budget and provide input regarding in-year financial management.
· Maintain cash forecasts, profitability, and client revenue reports.
· Maintain financial budgets and performance targets.

 

Departmental Support:

· Provide backup and guidance for all areas in the Accounting department.
· Assist the Financial Controller with any other tasks as required.

 

Requirements:
· CPA or post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance or combination of experience and training.
· 5 plus years experience in a similar role, with experience using Sage 50 or Sage Intacct.
· High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with a focus in Excel.
· Strong understanding of payroll legislation.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Motivated, self-starter with exceptional prioritization and organization skills.
· Ability to adjust to change and multitask in a fast-paced setting.
· Demonstrated professionalism with colleagues and clients in person, by email, and by phone.
· Friendly, personable, and able to work in a team environment.
· Desire to learn and develop professionally.
· Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

 

Please be advised that Bluestar Engineering Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and only applicants who are selected, will be contacted to advance in the application process.

 

Job Types:
· Full-time, Permanent

 

Benefits:
· Semi Business Casual dress
· Company events
· Extended health care
· Dental care
· Disability insurance
· Employee assistance program
· Life insurance
· On-site gym
· Paid time off
· Vision care

 

Schedule:
· Monday to Friday

 

Ability to commute/relocate:
· Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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