Senior Accountant

Marlborough Mall Campus, 1600 - 3800 Memorial Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada Req #231

February 21, 2025

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.

MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, continuously adding programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.

The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, providing the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

MaKami College is seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our Finance team in Calgary. Reporting to the Controller, this role will collaborate with various internal departments on all aspects of accounting and finance, including financial reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, external audit support, internal controls, and ad hoc projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who is eager to grow within an expanding institution that strives to help people of all ages and backgrounds achieve their educational dreams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Ensure compliance with non-profit accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Support external audits by preparing working papers and responding to auditor requests.
• Assist in budget development and monitoring, providing insights on variances.
• Ensure strong internal controls are in place and continuously improve financial processes.
• Support grant applications and reporting requirements.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Recently designated CPA or undesignated with 10+ years of full-cycle experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience; experience in a non-profit or education environment is an asset.
• Proficiency in NetSuite is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of non-profit accounting principles and reporting standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, LOOKUPs, and data analysis.
• Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations and working with external auditors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• A proactive, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset.

MaKami College is a leader in career training and education, dedicated to student success and community engagement. We offer a collaborative work environment that values continuous learning, professional growth, and innovation in education. Our team thrives on integrity, excellence, and inclusivity, making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and staff.

If you are an accounting professional looking to contribute your expertise to a growing organization, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits:

• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses
• Staff Discount in College Store
• Free Parking

Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.