Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Accounting Assistant
Type: In-Office, Part-Time

Location: Edmonton, AB

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organization operating within the construction sector, supporting large-scale operations. With a strong presence in their industry, they are known for maintaining high standards in operational efficiency, safety, and service delivery.

Their team-oriented culture emphasizes accountability, accuracy, and collaboration across departments. Employees are given the opportunity to contribute to meaningful operational outcomes while working in a structured, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

As the Accounting Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the organization’s accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and job costing functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial and employee-related processing.

Payroll & Employee Administration

• Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll inputs, ensuring all timecards, wages, and adjustments are accurately compiled and verified.
• Review payroll outputs prior to EFT distribution to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain detailed employee records.  
• Prepare ROEs, T4s, T5s, and employment verification letters in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support benefits administration and ensure employee data is current and properly documented.

Accounts Payable & Job Costing

• Process accounts payable invoices related to both job-costed projects and general operational expenses.
• Ensure all job-related invoices are reviewed and approved by project managers prior to payment processing.
• Assist with allocation of expenses to appropriate job costing categories for accurate project tracking.

Reporting, Compliance & Record Management

• Maintain accurate payroll, benefits, and employee records in alignment with company policy and legislative requirements.
• Ensure compliance with privacy legislation and internal financial controls.
• Support the preparation and submission of year-end reporting requirements, including government remittances and summaries.

Project Support

• Assist project managers with financial documentation and job costing requirements.
• Contribute to smooth interdepartmental communication to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate:

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is considered an asset.  
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting and/or payroll administration.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel applications.
• Experience with Sage 300 is required.
• Solid understanding of payroll legislation.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in financial processing.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive payroll deadlines and a high-volume of invoices in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and adherence to confidentiality standards.

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About Us

Executrade is one of Western Canada’s most comprehensive full-service recruitment firms, with over 50 years of expertise in connecting talented professionals with leading organizations. We are proud to apply principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all our recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. Our commitment to these values enables us to match organizations with a diverse range of top talent, fostering workplace cultures that thrive on innovation, collaboration, and respect.

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