Part-Time Accountant

Job Description

Our client, a growing local company located in southeast Calgary, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accountant for a temporary part-time position (1–3 months). This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a close-knit, family-oriented culture and play a key role in transitioning their accounting records to QuickBooks Online.
 
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and problem solver, comfortable working independently to assess current processes, streamline workflows, and ensure accurate and efficient data migration. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work in a supportive, community-driven environment while contributing to the company's continued growth.
 
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform general accounting duties, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial reports and summaries</li><li>Reconcile general ledger accounts and assist with maintaining accurate financial records</li><li>Support the accounts payable process, including invoice review and payment processing (as needed)</li><li>Assist with accruals, intercompany entries, and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain and ensure the accuracy of data in accounting systems, including QuickBooks Online</li><li>Monitor and reconcile bank accounts and credit card transactions</li><li>Collaborate across departments to gather financial data and improve reporting accuracy</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including the adoption of new tools and accounting processes</li></ul>
<br>Qualifications:<ul><li>Post Secondary Education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field</li><li>2–4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in an owner operated environment</li><li>Solid understanding of accounting principles and month-end processes</li><li>Experience with QuickBooks Online is a must</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation)</li><li>Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and organizational skills</li><li>Effective communicator with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li><li>A proactive mindset and openness to process improvement and automation</li></ul>
<br>If you're an experienced accounting professional looking for a flexible, short-term opportunity with a welcoming local team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this rewarding role.
 
Please visit our website for more opportunities at <br><br>About Equation Staffing Solutions:<br><p>Equation Staffing Solutions is a successful, award-winning Calgary based staffing and recruitment agency specializing in the placement of candidates on a temporary, contract or permanent basis. The industries we serve include oil and gas, warehousing & transportation, finance & accounting, banking, health care, educational institutions, engineering & technology, manufacturing, construction, agriculture and all levels of government. The job families we place people in comprise of general office & admin support, human resources, customer support, warehousing, trades, machine operators, production, accounting, records management, business management & information management.</p>