Posted 6 months ago
Senior Financial Accountant
@ Novara Human Capital Solutions
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Novara Human Capital Solutions is hiring a Senior Financial Accountant for its client, an Alberta-based energy company, to lead the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close and prepare financial statements. The role covers energy-sector accounting including joint ventures, royalties, ARO and tax, and requires a CPA and at least 5 years of experience. The job is full-time, with the client as the direct employer.
Responsibilities:
- Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare financial statements and supporting working papers
- Support joint venture, working interest and royalty accounting
- Manage fixed assets, capital expenditures and ARO accounting
- Prepare indirect tax filings and support tax provisions and CRA inquiries
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, commerce or related field
- CPA designation
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- At least 2 years in Canadian energy sector, including power industry
- Strong working knowledge of ASPE as applied to energy companies
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Accounting, Finance, Commerce |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Novara Human Capital Solutions
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Strategic HR solutions, tailored to your business.
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Novara Human Capital Solutions is a full-service HR advisory and consulting firm serving clients across North America. We specialize in delivering customized, strategic HR solutions that align with your unique organizational goals. At Novara, we recognize that people are your greatest asset—and we’re here to help you support, develop, and empower them. Our team brings deep international expertise across Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and HR Advisory Services. We take the time to understand your business, challenges, and long-term vision, so we can provide practical, results-driven guidance tailored to your needs. Whether you're seeking occasional HR insight or a trusted long-term partner, Novara is dedicated to being an extension of your team—working side-by-side with you to drive performance, strengthen culture, and support sustainable growth.
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- 478
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3
- Reported office locations
- 330 5 Ave SW, Suite 1800, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0L4, CA
- 11111 Katy Fwy, Suite 910, Houston, Texas 77079, US
- Other recorded names
- Novara Human Capital Solutions
- Specialties
- Recruitment
- Talent Management
- Training and Development
- Performance Management
- Executive Search
- Compensation
- Leadership Development
- Consulting & Advisory
- Policies & Procedures
- Workforce Planning
- Workplace Investigations
- 360 Reviews
- and Talent Acquisition
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Novara Human Capital Solutions is a full-service HR advisory and consulting firm serving clients across North America. We specialize in delivering customized, strategic HR solutions that align with your unique organizational goals. At Novara, we recognize that people are your greatest asset—and we’re here to help you support, develop, and empower them. Our team brings deep international expertise across Talent…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Human Resources Services |
| Company size | 2-10 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2023 |
| Specialties | Recruitment Talent ManagementTraining and DevelopmentPerformance ManagementExecutive SearchCompensationLeadership DevelopmentConsulting & AdvisoryPolicies & ProceduresWorkforce Planning |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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At Novara, we support businesses with integrated solutions across all functions of Human Resources. In partnership with our client, we are excited to present this exciting opportunity to join their organization. The successful candidate will be employed directly by the client.
About Our Client
Our client is an Alberta-based energy company with a portfolio spanning infrastructure, power, and energy transition. Operating across the midstream and upstream sector, the client balances a stable portfolio of assets alongside exciting growth initiatives. You'd be joining an experienced group where your work as a Senior Financial Accountant will be visible, your skills and expertise valued, and your contributions impactful to the continued success of the organization.
Your Impact
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, and compliance activities specfic to the energy and power production business. The ideal candidates brings strong technical accounting expertise, familiarity with energy-sector-related accounting standards for private enterprises (ASPE), team collaboration, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, capital-intensive environment.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, intercompany balance and account reconciliations.
- Prepare financial statements and supporting working papers.
- Support accounting for joint ventures, working interests, and royalty calculations.
- Manage fixed asset accounting, including capital expenditure tracking and decommissioning obligations, and ARO accounting.
- Prepare indirect tax filings and support corporate tax provisions and CRA inquiries.
- Coordinate with external accountants and auditors on year-end engagements.
- Support lender reporting, covenant compliance, and reporting packagers for shareholders or the board.
- Strengthen internal controls and contribute to ongoing improvements in accounting policies and processes.
- Work closely with operational and accounting teams to ensure accurate cost allocations and revenue recognition.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field
- CPA designation
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in the Canadian energy sector, including direct experience in the power industry (generation, transmission, distribution, or independent power production)
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage the full financial reporting and accounting cycle in a professional, growth-focused environment, from transaction processing through to financial statement preparation
- Strong working knowledge of ASPE as applied to energy companies
- Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
- Proficiency with Qbyte, Execute AFE, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
Our client is pleased to offer its employees with a comprehensive compensation package that includes: competitive wages, health and wellness benefits, RRSP matching, growth opportunities based on experience and education, as well as other employee support programs.
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