Accounting Analyst - Intermediate - Jobs in Calgary, Alberta, T2P 3T7

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Accounting Analyst - IntermediateCitadel Drilling Ltd./Opla Energy Ltd. (“Citadel/Opla”) is currently seeking candidates to fill the role of Accounting Analyst – Intermediate Level (“AAI”) based out of the Calgary corporate office. The AAI will report directly to the Manager of Financial Reporting and work closely with divisional Controllers and other members of the Finance department and the Operations management team.About Citadel/OplaHeadquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Citadel Drilling Ltd./Opla Energy (Citadel/Opla) is a privately-owned corporation which operates a fleet of technologically advanced automated AC triple (TA2CT) drilling rigs and provides Managed Pressure Drilling (“MPD”) technology through our subsidiary OPLA Energy Ltd. (“OPLA”) to service the complex drilling requirements of oil and gas producers in Canada and the United States. We achieve high standards of excellence through the acquisition of talented individuals who align closely with our core values of Performance, Acknowledgement, Courage, Communication and Trust (PAC²T). At Citadel/Opla, we are passionate about listening to our employees and clients to deliver an extraordinary drilling experience. We provide a dynamic working environment that encourages professional growth, personal development opportunities for career advancement, and a competitive compensation package.About the Accounting Analyst – Intermediate positionWe are seeking an experienced intermediate-level accounting analyst to join our finance team. The AAI will focus their efforts on property and equipment-related accounting, inventory costing and maintaining appropriate costing, intangible asset continuity and annual valuations, intercompany accounting responsibilities and front-line commodity and sales tax compliance. The AAI will be involved in accounting efforts for all Citadel/Opla business units, both in Canada and the United States and will ensure accurate and timely reporting and compliance with industry standards. Strong analytical and communication skills, the capacity for critical thinking, and the ability to interact with all levels of corporate and divisional management are crucial for success in this position.Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset registers, including tracking of capital additions, disposals, and calculating periodic depreciation.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement disclosures related to property and equipment and testing for impairment.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes and conduct regular audits of property and equipment records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for property and equipment expenditures and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to provide capital project reporting.
• Provide analysis and reporting on asset utilization and equipment ROI.
• Prepare regulatory sales and commodity tax returns for both Canadian and US business units including GST, sales taxes, property taxes and annual information returns.
• Complete intercompany accounting schedules and statements of adjustments pertaining to transfer pricing, debt facilities, royalty agreements and internal cost allocations.

• Preparation of year-end working papers and assist with external audits as required.
• Contribute to the continued improvement of the Finance team by providing feedback on current business processes and providing input to help advance department innovation.
• Other accounting duties and responsibilities as assigned by the management team.

Qualifications, Skills, and Education Requirements

• Commitment to Citadel/Opla’s Purpose and shared belief in the Company’s Core Values.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• CPA designation or working toward a CPA designation.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of accounting experience, preferably in the oilfield services sector.
• Strong knowledge of property and equipment accounting principles, including accounting policies and disclosures for reporting under IFRS or ASPE frameworks.
• Ability to learn and grasp complex accounting treatments and compliance requirements and replicate current accounting practices.
• Previous experience with commodity taxes and government fillings with respect to sales taxes (both Canadian and US), property taxes (US state returns) and other regulatory returns would be considered an asset.
• Service-oriented approach to supporting Operations as well as the ability to build strong working relationships with all department managers and staff.
• First-rate computer skills including proficiency in Excel, working with Microsoft Dynamics GP, and or other advanced report creation or BI platforms would be considered an asset.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication including management-level report preparation skills.

Total Compensation Plan

• Competitive base salary and participation in Company profit-sharing.
• Flexible work schedule including the potential for hybrid remote work.
• Health, Dental and Company RSP contribution matching benefits.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and career advancement.
• Potential involvement in Company stock-option plan.

Interested applicants should forward their resumes to careers@citadeldrilling.com We want to thank everyone for applying. However, only those applicants possessing the required knowledge and experience will be considered and contacted.Powered by JazzHR