The City of Edmonton’s Financial Services Department is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Accountant. This department manages budget planning, revenue control, and financial reporting for municipal functions, aiming for transparent and effective financial practices that support city services and infrastructure.
Through strategic fiscal policies, the department enhances public fund utilization for community growth and service provision in Edmonton. The selected candidate is expected to commence work promptly.
Job Overview
- Employer: City of Edmonton
- Department: Financial Services
- Role: Accountant
- Vacancies: 1
- Salary: $85,037.98 – $106,761.53 annually
- Employment Type: Temporary/Full-time
- Talent Acquisition Consultant: RM/MZ
- Job Title: Accountant – 8 Hours
- Union: CSU 52
- Location: Edmonton, AB
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Job ID: 50093
Qualifications
- Languages: Proficiency in English required
- Education: Degree in Accounting from a recognized institution
- Experience: Minimum of three years in progressively responsible accounting roles
Physical Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think logically, solve problems independently, and perform detailed work with high accuracy
Additional Requirements
- Recognized Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA), preferably in the public sector
- Experience with capital or project accounting and familiarity with financial systems like SAP
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reporting requirements, and practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information for non-financial staff
- Proficiency with Excel and Google Suite
- Experience preparing complex financial statements and reports
- Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with all levels of management and staff
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
- Alignment with the organization’s Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
- Awareness that work hours may be reviewed and adjusted per City of Edmonton or Civic Service Union 52 agreements
Responsibilities
- Provide technical and professional accounting advice, guiding departments on financial policies and procedures
- Maintain the General Ledger, including preparing, researching, and managing journal entries, reconciliations, and funding analysis
- Manage the Fixed Asset System, ensuring financial integrity and adherence to capitalization rules
- Prepare and organize year-end working papers, handle departmental financial statement preparation, and perform related year-end duties
