Junior Accountant

Location:  Edmonton, Alberta

Position:  Permanent / Full Time 

Reporting to: Senior Accountant

Positions Available: 1

Posting Closing Date: January 16, 2026

Waiward is a respected construction and maintenance service provider that operates one of Canada's largest fabrication shops based out of Edmonton, Alberta. Our mission is To Be Your Trusted Partner which ensures we act with integrity in all that we do. Through planned growth and development, we have kept our commitment to provide our customers with an unsurpassed level of service. Waiward's historical and future success is grounded in our collective commitment to our core values.

At Waiward, we believe a diverse and inclusive workplace is the key to unlocking the full potential of our people. It is essential to build a team that represents the communities and clients we are serving. We attract, hire, and develop people of all backgrounds and ensure fairness and inclusion within our hiring processes. We believe in investing in people based on their expertise, capabilities, aspirations, and performance despite their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

As a leader in our industry, we believe diversity and inclusion strengthen our team and are committed to making sustainable progress in our company and the communities and clients we serve. With the support of our leadership team and peers, our people are encouraged to share their perspectives.

Job Purpose

The Junior Accountant supports the finance team by handling basic accounting tasks, maintaining financial records, and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. This role is ideal for someone starting their career in accounting who wants hands-on experience in reporting, and financial operations.

• Display a commitment to Waiward's incident-free vision, values, and culture.
• General Accounting
  • Process daily bank transactions and complete bank reconciliations.
  • Prepare month-end reconciliations and journal entries relating to capital assets, capital leases, prepaid expenses, debt accounts, deposits, and payroll accounts.
  • GST/PST monthly and quarterly reconciliations and filing documentation.
  • Assist the Accounts Receivable team with matching invoices to deposits.
• Inventory
  • Process daily inventory transactions in the accounting system.
  • Prepare month-end inventory and reconciliation reporting.
• Other
  • Deposit physical cheques through online banking.
  • Prepare monthly budget-to-actual reports for various departments
  • Assist with monthly KPI reporting.
  • Provide support to other members of the Finance team as required.

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to adapt quickly learn and adapt to new systems and software.
• Highly self-motivated with strong initiative, reliability, and consistent attendance.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to collaborate and work professionally with employees at all levels, management, and external partners.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid working environment, combining office-based or remote working arrangements with regular attendance in the office, as dictated by operational requirements.
• May require the incumbent to walk stairs; be outside inclement weather (slippery surfaces and cold); carrying objects, driving and being exposed to normal office routines.

Physical Requirements

• The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as viewing a computer terminal for extended periods of time, and extensive reading.
• The incumbent is also required to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

Direct Reports

• None

Perks & Benefits

• Waiward offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term career growth, including:

  • Competitive salary in a permanent, full-time position.

  • 3 weeks of paid vacation.

  • 100% employer-paid benefits, including extended health and dental coverage.

  • Health Spending Account (HSA) for additional wellness and medical needs.

  • RRSP matching to help you plan for your future.

  • Paid personal days in addition to vacation time.

  • Summer hours for added flexibility during the warmer months.

  • Hybrid work options for better work-life balance.

  • On-site gym access to support your health and wellness.

  • Career growth and promotion opportunities within a supportive, expanding team.

  • Collaborative and positive work culture.

  • A variety of employee recognition and rewards programs designed to acknowledge your contributions and support your success.

Waiward is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.