Financial Services Required In Canada

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS), one of Alberta’s largest school divisions, is looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join their Financial Services Department at Central Office in Sherwood Park. This permanent role focuses on capital asset accounting, financial operations, and banking, supporting the division’s commitment to providing students and staff with the tools they need to succeed. If you’re a detail-oriented accountant with strong Excel skills and a client-service mindset, this is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a meaningful role that directly supports education across 43 schools and nearly 18,000 students.

About Elk Island Public Schools

EIPS is more than just a school division it’s a community. Every day, staff and students are encouraged to pursue their passions and discover new opportunities for growth. The Central Administration building in Sherwood Park is home to eight departments, including Financial Services, where a team of 22 professionals work together to support the division’s operations. The culture here is collaborative, respectful, and focused on providing the resources and support needed for success. With a hybrid work option available after six months and a comprehensive benefits package, EIPS offers a workplace where you can build a career while making a difference in the lives of students.

 Key Responsibilities

Tangible Capital Asset Accounting

• Manage authorization for expenditure forms and capital asset addition forms, assessing the impact of approvals on the division’s financial statements.

• Record and track capital assets, including additions and disposals, and calculate amortization.

• Coordinate annual verification of capital asset listings with schools and departments.

• Process biannual accounting entries to close and capitalize work-in-progress accounts, updating reports as needed.

• Prepare capital asset reporting, review and reconcile Statement of Final Costs, and support Infrastructure Maintenance and Renewal (IMR) funding Expenditure Plans.

• Develop capital asset projections for budget planning.

• Prepare agendas and supporting materials for Capital Committee meetings, attend meetings, and record minutes.

• Ensure compliance with Alberta Education and Childcare School Capital Manual requirements for capital and non-capital expenditures.

Financial Operations and Banking

• Review and approve journal entries, prepare ad-hoc and recurring complex journal entries, and conduct purchasing card audits.

• Complete purchasing card transaction uploads and prepare quarterly GST self-assessments.

• Assist with daily banking and cash flow projections, ensuring accurate monitoring of bank balances.

• Review and approve monthly bank reconciliations.

• Oversee daily banking operations, including transferring funds between accounts and processing investment transactions.

• Communicate with financial institutions to resolve service issues and negotiate resolutions as needed.

• Prepare, process, and approve various banking transactions, including electronic fund transfers (EFT), wire payments, tax and bill payments, stop payments, and direct debits.

• Provide financial support and guidance to departments across the division.

Qualifications and Experience

We’re looking for an Intermediate Accountant who combines technical accounting skills with a collaborative, service-oriented approach.

Essential Requirements:

• Strong accounting background with experience in capital asset accounting, financial operations, and banking.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to analyze data and prepare accurate financial reports.

• Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial projections.

• Knowledge of accounting standards and compliance requirements, including those specific to public sector or educational settings.

• A client-service mindset, with the ability to interpret and convey financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Experience with purchasing card audits and banking transactions is an asset.

• Previous experience in a school division or public sector environment is helpful but not required.

Benefits and Perks

EIPS offers a supportive work environment with benefits that recognize the value of their employees.

• Competitive Hourly Rate: Pay ranges from $31.90 to $39.90 per hour, based on experience.

• Full-Time, Year-Round Position: 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day) with consistent, stable employment.

• Hybrid Work Option: After six months, enjoy the flexibility to work from home as part of a hybrid arrangement.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Permanent employees have access to a robust benefits package.

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to the success of a large school division, supporting education and student achievement across the region.

• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of 22 finance professionals who value respect, efficiency, and teamwork.

• Start Date: Commencing March 16, 2026.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your accounting expertise to a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. This opportunity is open to both internal and external candidates. Please apply directly on Learn4Good.

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