Staff Accountant

True North 

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Role

The Staff Accountant supports the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of financial information and reporting, working collaboratively within the Financial Services team and across the institution to ensure compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and internal policies. The Staff Accountant plays an important role in supporting audit readiness, financial accountability, and continuous improvement of financial processes. The successful candidate demonstrates sound technical accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

•    Perform core accounting functions and coordinate month-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
•    Prepare and analyze financial reports, working papers, and supporting documentation in accordance with PSAS and institutional policies
•    Maintain and support tangible capital asset accounting, reporting, and reconciliations
•    Assisting with audit and year-end processes, including preparing working papers, and coordinating documentation
•    Contributing to internal and external financial reporting requirements and maintaining accurate financial records
•    Identify and support improvements to financial processes, internal controls, reporting practices, and overall operational efficiency
•    Performing other related duties as assigned

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Management or related field and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Knowledge of the CICA Handbook, Public Sector Accounting Standards, Income Tax Act and auditing standards/best practices;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization; and
• A high level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism and accountability.

How to Apply

• Only applications received electronically via the Northwestern Polytechnic website will be considered.  We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

  Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca