Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Scheffer Andrew Ltd.

Scheffer Andrew Ltd. is a well-established, medium-sized engineering and planning

consulting firm with nearly 50 years of experience serving Western Canada—primarily

Alberta. We specialize in municipal infrastructure, land development, and

transportation engineering. Our collaborative team environment and commitment to

quality design have earned us long-standing relationships with public and private sector

clients.

We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Edmonton finance team. This

role is ideal for growing your skills and experience in a full cycle accounting role. If

you’re looking for an accounting role that blends technical expertise, financial reporting,

and mentorship, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do

As the Senior Accountant, you will take a lead role in all financial reporting for the

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in

accordance with ASPE

• Manage full-cycle accounting including general ledger, accounts

payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries,

accruals, and account reconciliations

• Oversee project/job costing, WIP (work-in-progress) schedules, and revenue

recognition for engineering projects

• Prepare and analyze budget-to-actual variance reports for project managers and

leadership

• Ensure compliance with GST/HST filings, payroll remittances, and other statutory

requirements

• Support external accountants
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital management
• Mentor and provide guidance to other accounting staff
• Assist with year-end T4/T5 preparation and other regulatory filings specific to

Alberta/Canada

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

• Actively enrolled in the CPA PEP program with relevant experience would be an

asset

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within engineering,

construction, or professional services

• Strong knowledge of ASPE
• Proficiency with accounting software and experience with project management

software

• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with project-based accounting, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-

completion revenue recognition

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to

work assignments.

• Ability to work on your own and in a team setting with strong interpersonal

and communication skills.

Why Scheffer Andrew?

• Work with a dedicated, collaborative team on impactful local projects.
• Supportive environment that values professional growth and innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Monthly Team Building Events

Ready to Join Us?

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Cover letter is required

For more information about life at Scheffer Andrew Ltd., visit www.schefferandrew.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will

be contacted.