Senior Accountant

Who We Are :

Nestled in the southwestern corner of Alberta, in the rugged and legendary Canadian Rockies, Castle is as authentic as it gets.

Hard-working, hospitable, and here for the powder is what we're all about. With less than 200 employees we're a small, passionate team of winter enthusiasts.

Here, we're all family and you will quickly find you are right at home. If this sounds like you, then we want you to join us.

Our resort is not owned or operated by a large ski conglomerate; rather by a bunch of local skiers and riders who are passionate about steep terrain and great snow.

Operational decisions are made here (head office the basement of the day lodge) and our long-term direction is plotted by a group of passionate, volunteer board of directors who represent more than 200, predominately local shareholders.

More Info including staff perks can be found at : https : / / www.skicastle.ca / employment /

About The Position

Castle Mountain Resort is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our close knit team. The Accountant is responsible for assisting with initial preparation and eventual distribution of financial reports (actual and budget), general ledger review and oversight, budgeting and reporting, finance modelling, audit, fixed assets, month end closing, and other tasks as required.

This position is full time, year-round.

What We Offer You

• Full mountain season passes for employees and dependents
• Several employee discounts around the resort
• Health and dental benefits (after 3 months of continuous employment)
• Opportunity to work in the beautiful Southern Alberta Rocky Mountains
• Salary to commensurate with experience
• 30 to 40 hours / week

Job Duties

• Lead the development, analysis, reporting, and interpretation of financial and operating information in terms of profitability and performance.
• Work with department managers and staff to better understand their operations financial and operating performance; budgeting, forecasts, and actuals
• General ledger responsibilities (including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and suggestions for improvement)
• Review and reconcile various balance sheet accounts monthly
• On occasion, assist the payroll accountant with various payroll functions and reporting
• Assist with preparation of year-end audit working papers and spreadsheets
• Complete government reporting and surveys
• Assist with establishing procedures for safeguarding assets, including security and computer backup
• Work with the Director of Finance to maintain policy and procedure documentation for financial and accounting issues
• Have current knowledge of regulatory changes that might impact Castle

Requirements

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills; able to build and maintain lasting relationships with all team members
• Finance or accounting degree and 2-5 years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• CPA designation preferred
• General understanding of computerized accounting systems including Sage 300 and point of sale systems
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office
• Accuracy and attention to detail while working under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills with ability to clearly communicate issues to all team members
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and / or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures

Core Competencies

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Development and Continual Learning
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Research and Analysis
• Decision Making and Judgement
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Mediating and Negotiating
• Communication - verbal & written
• Positive and Energetic Approach
• Effective Team Contributor

Working Conditions

• This position requires on-site attendance
• Limited travel may be required
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Lifting or moving up to 10lbs may be required

Please submit a cover letter and resume. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Where We Are :

Castle Mountain Resort is located at the end of Highway 774, near Pincher Creek, AB. This is a remote work location with no mobile coverage or public transit.

There is a communal living Staff Accommodation building on-site for new and returning non-supervisory, seasonal employees.

More information on our location and our resort can be found at skicastle.ca

Department : Administration

This is a non-management position

This is a full-time year round position