Staff Accountant

Basecamp Resorts, Canmore/Calgary

About Basecamp Property Management Ltd

Basecamp Property Management Ltd is a rapidly growing boutique chain of hotels based in Canmore, Alberta and Revelstoke, British Columbia. We are a younger and energetic team driven by our values and providing our guests with an exceptional experience in a home away from home. We are continuously expanding to better serve the resort communities of the Rocky Mountains.

Position Overview

We are looking for a permanent, full-time Staff Accountant to join our growing team. They will help with accounting for all the companies under the Basecamp umbrella. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting the Controller with the month end/year end closings, supervising the Payroll Administrator and perform many other general accounting duties.

Salary: $70,000-80,000

Location: Canmore and/or Calgary (in office)

Full-time/Permanent

Shifts: 8-hour/ day 40 work week

Key Responsibilities... Accounting
• Assist Controller in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Assist in financial and tax audits, general ledger preparation.
• Updating financial data in databases to ensure the accuracy of the information.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements.
• Assist in overseeing A/P and A/R transactions.
• Assist in any inter-company transactions.
• Reconcile the intercompany accounts, and work with the Controller(s) on any discrepancies.
• Assist with GST returns.
• Balance sheet reconciliations including accruals and pre-paid expenses.
• Prepare complex journal entries.

General Duties
• Assist with payroll and oversee the Payroll Administrator.
• Support management and other internal staff members and departments.
• Ensure effective communication with Clients and Consultants.
• Provide administration backup when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work independently and possess good time managements skills.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Uphold strict confidentiality.

Skills and Experience
• Attention to detail.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office suite; advanced Excel Software skills.
• Advanced level in QuickBooks online.
• Analytical and mathematical skills.
• Ability to work in a high paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple deadlines and changing priorities.

Requirements
• Hotel accounting experience an asset.
• Familiar with QuickBooks Online accounting system.
• 5 years of experience in accounting.
• Sound understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
• Hold an accounting degree or diploma an asset.
• Previous experience leading a team.
• Be familiar with employment standards and labour laws in BC and AB (200+ employees).
• Experience in a multiple-company environment is preferred.
• Negative Criminal Record Check.

Why Work for Us?
• We have a health benefits plan.
• Employee, Family and Friends discount at Basecamp.
• We offer competitive wages.
• There is room for advancement in our growing company.
• We have a friendly atmosphere.
• We believe in working hard and having fun
Calgary AB

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