
Head of Accounting
- Hinton, AB
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Lead, mentor and develop the accounting team, including training and performance management.
- Oversee timely and accurate preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
- Lead the month-end, half year-end and year-end financial close processes.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting standards (IFRS), regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and reporting.
- Ensure robust cost accounting, inventory control, and fixed asset management processes.
- Oversee intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
- Direct the design and implementation of internal controls, audits, and financial risk management.
- Collaborate with the Finance Director and Financial Controller on budgeting, forecasting and financial strategy.
- Act as a partner to operations and business leaders by providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making and drive performance improvement.
- Oversee tax compliance, local treasury operations and related compliance activities.
- Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax authorities and regulatory bodies.
- CPA designation required.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; Master's degree an asset.
- Minimum 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance frameworks.
- Experience in industrial or manufacturing sectors preferred.
- Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills.
- Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency; SAP experience is an asset.
- Start: immediate start possible or within two weeks of offer
- Location: Hinton, AB
- Duration: Permanent contract
- Extent: full-time