Corporate Accountant

Overview

At Morgan, we don’t just build projects, we build careers and futures! Join us as an CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT and play a pivotal role in our dynamic world of heavy civil construction!

We are currently accepting applications to support our continued corporate growth.

Position:        Corporate Accountant

Location:       Edmonton, AB (Full time In-Office) 

Department:  Finance 

Reports To:    Corporate Accounting Manager

Status:          Full-Time 

About the Role:

The Corporate Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting and reporting activities of the organization. This role provides exposure to a broad range of corporate accounting functions, including month-end close, account reconciliations, regulatory compliance, treasury activities, and audit preparation.

The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is committed to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting strong internal controls, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. This role works closely with departments across the organization and plays an important part in supporting the Company's ongoing growth and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare month-end journal entries and supporting working papers.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and continuity schedules.
• Support the full-cycle accounting and reporting process across Morgan and its affiliate entities.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations.
• Assist with debt accounting and related reconciliations.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Prepare GST, HST, PST, and other regulatory filings, including supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support First Nations partnership commission calculations and related reporting requirements.
• Complete bank reconciliations and assist with treasury and banking activities.
• Prepare audit working papers and support external audit requests.
• Support the administration of the Company's employee expense management program, including SAP Concur user maintenance, policy compliance monitoring, issue resolution, and employee support.
• Review and reconcile employee out-of-pocket expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate accounting treatment.
• Provide administrative support for the Company's Purchase Order program, including system maintenance, user support, training, and process monitoring.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
• Assist with maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and internal controls.
• Participate in special projects and other corporate accounting initiatives as assigned
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What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial software.
• Construction, project-based, or industrial industry experience is considered an asset.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
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About Morgan:

Over the past 40+ years, Morgan has completed over 5400 heavy civil projects. With a growing workforce of more than 1000 skilled professionals, our team is made up of experts in their fields, we move the earth - and we love it!

Our company is committed to the excellence of our work, workplace safety and building trust with our clients. We believe in our people and that they are the backbone of our success. Join us as a Morganite and be a part of our commitment to our values and pillars of excellence!

Why Choose Morgan Construction?

• Competitive Compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits including extended health, dental, and life insurance.
• Stability and Growth: Opportunities for career development and training.

Use of AI Technology:

AI technology is used to assist with screening / assessing applications. 

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