Accounting Manager

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KLS Earthworks Inc. is looking for a highly motivated Accounting Manager to help strengthen our finance function and support the business through its next stage of growth. The Controller will own day-to-day accounting operations and deliver the financial insight that supports business decisions across the company. You'll work closely with the CFO and executive leadership team, with direct mentorship and a clear path for professional growth.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

What You’ll Do:

Accounting Operations

• Lead, mentor and grow the finance team


• Manage full-cycle accounting, including month-end closing


• Oversee project revenue and cost accounting, including accruals and analysis


• Review, approval, and posting accounts payable batches


• Perform bank and balance sheet account reconciliations


• Manage inventory and capital asset accounting


• Provide payroll back-up support, including daily timesheet posting and bi-weekly payroll processing .

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare month-end financial statements and variance analysis


• Support budgeting and forecasting processes


• Provide financial analysis to support operations


• Prepare audit working papers .

Compliance & Administration

• Prepare and file monthly GST returns


• Coordinate annual insurance renewal


• Support customer collections and payment follow-up


• Lead or contribute to special projects as required .

Qualifications:

• CPA designation


• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role


• Experience with job costing, manufacturing or construction accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting


• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP systems


• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, inspire, and manage a team


• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills, with strong attention to detail


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities


• A proactive, results-oriented problem-solver who looks beyond process to resolve root causes

What we are Offering:

• Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits and group savings with company matching


• Supportive team environment


• Stable, full-time office position


• A hands-on leadership role with real, visible impact


• Work directly with the executive team and receive 1:1 mentorship from the CFO


• A clear path for career progression as the company grows


• Be part of a growing, industry-leading company in construction and aggregates

KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.