Intermediate Accountant

Intermediate Accountant

Apply for Intermediate Accountant at Summit, An Earth Services Company in Calgary, AB, CA. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

SUMMIT, An Earth Services Company is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Finance team as a Intermediate Accountant in Calgary, Alberta. This position will report directly to the Director of Finance and Accounting.

What to Expect:
The Intermediate Accountant will support the Director of Finance and Accounting in monthly financial close processes, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and a desire to contribute in a fast paced, collaborative environment.

• Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and managing reporting packages.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and other month-end adjustments.
• Help manage the month and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Support the Director of Finance and Accounting with the maintenance of general ledger accounts and reconciliations.
• Support analysis of financial results and assist with variance explanations.
• Coordinate and assist with annual audits, including preparation of financial working papers, schedules, and supporting documentation for external auditors.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports for management, operational teams, and financial stakeholders.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Support the accounts payable functions, including generating, reviewing, and approving AP related transactions.
• Support accounts receivable functions to ensure accurate recording and payment processing.
• Assist with customer account reconciliations, collections support as required, and monitor aging reports to investigate outstanding balances.
• Assist with payroll entries and related account reconciliations.
• Support GST, PST, and other regulatory findings.
• Assist with lender reporting and covenant compliance documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and participate in ERP and financial systems initiatives.
• Assist with financial analysis and help identify areas of cost control, profit optimization, and process improvement.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as required.
• Collaborate with project managers and operational teams to ensure accurate project accounting and cost tracking.
• Support intercompany accounting and consolidations.

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• In possession of, or working towards a Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and in good standing with the relevant regulatory body.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a consulting or professional services company.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with financial reporting, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and month-end close processes.
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modelling and analysis.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to partner with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced environment and work effectively in a team setting.
• Experience in accounting or finance within the oil and gas or environmental consulting industry (asset).
• Experience in successfully migrating a company’s ERP system, including data conversion, system configuration, and user training (asset).
• Working knowledge of Acumatica and/or ERP Systems (asset).