Senior Bookkeeper- Temporary

What you will do day-to-day

• Own the day-to-day general bookkeeping: journal entries, account maintenance, and general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare monthly working papers and supporting schedules across balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Perform reconciliations — inventory, bank, control accounts, and sub-ledger to GL, and chase down variances until they're resolved.
• Prepare and file recurring monthly tax returns (GST/HST, Fuel Tax, and similar filings).
• Play a key role in month-end close, working alongside the Financial Managers and Corporate Controller.
• Provide audit support, preparing working papers and responding to questions.
• Set up, review, and refine general ledger accounts to improve tracking and analysis.
• Provide backup coverage for other accounting functions, accounts payable and purchasing, during during vacations and busy stretches.
• Work directly in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central across our Alberta and BC/Yukon branches.

What you need to succeed: (Required education and experience)

Extra skills and Knowledge

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a big plus.
• Comfort with GST/HST and provincial fuel tax filings, or a fast learner who can pick it up.
• A CPA designation is not required, we care about what you can do, not just the letters after your name.
• As part of the interview process, all candidates will undergo a successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including a criminal record check and employment reference verification, and an offer will be contingent upon the successful pre-employment checks.
• AFD is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• At AFD, our corporate culture reflects our ongoing commitment to both our customers and our people. People are our greatest asset, and as such, we promote a safe and friendly workplace, encouraging open communication, teamwork, and personal growth. Our team is essential for our success now and in the future.
• We thank all candidates for their interest; however, we will communicate only with selected candidates.
• No agencies please.