Accounting Assistant

Edmonton Permanent / Full Time

Shawna has an experienced and proven track record recruiting within the Architecture, Design and Construction industry across North America. With a Master’s in Environmental Design and a well-developed network of industry professionals, she has both the technical understanding of the design and development process as well as an active network and deep-rooted connections within the market developing exceptional relationships with her clients and candidates throughout the industry.Shawna is a Founding Partner of DMC Recruitment Group and is focused in working with her clients and candidates in the Architecture & Design industry working with various search engagements of specific positions throughout North America including; Principal, Director, Senior Architect, Architect, Technologist, Designer, Project Manager and other positions within small to large architecture and engineering design firms within this discipline.The combination of Shawna’s education, experience and passion for design fuels her goals to develop further relationships with her clients and candidates and her focus on developing an educated and reliable recruitment agency specifically in the industries of architecture and design, building materials and construction. Shawna believes in the development of healthy environments and the design of human spaces as cohesive elements of our built environment and how we as humans can develop and build those spaces. She is passionate about design and spaces but is stronger at developing the relationships with the individuals that create those rather than being one herself. She is a past competitive triathlete and an avid believer in living a healthy and balanced life and wants to promote this in her business ethics and create a strong and safe environment for all of her clients and candidates to connect further.

Recruiter :
Shawna Wagner

Shawna Wagner
Accounting Assistant

Location: Edmonton, AB
Industry: Architecture
Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

Company Story:

A mid-sized architectural firm with a strong local reputation is seeking an Accounting Technician to join its Edmonton office. The team is collaborative, professional, and values precision, reliability, and clear communication. The environment offers stability, supportive leadership, and an opportunity to work on diverse projects within a respected design-focused organization.

The Right Fit:

The Accounting Technician reports to the Controller and supports the finance function in all daily accounting activities. The ideal person is dependable, detail-oriented, and thrives in an organized environment. This role suits someone who enjoys a balance of recurring accounting tasks and project-based work while contributing to a high-performing professional team.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Processing accounts payable invoices and reconciliations
  • Preparing monthly project billings and related documentation
  • Managing credit card expense processing and reconciliations
  • Assisting with timesheet processing and payroll support
  • Performing general ledger account reconciliations
  • Preparing government remittances and reporting
  • Supporting accounts receivable and collections activities
  • Assisting with journal entries, month-end, and year-end tasks

What You Bring to the Table:

  • 2-3 years of general accounting experience
  • Post-secondary diploma in accounting or related field
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Outlook
  • Experience with accounting or financial software
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational ability
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
  • Team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn

What's in It for You:

  • Salary in the $50,000-$60,000 range
  • 6% vacation accrual
  • Benefits after 90 days
  • Parking allowance
  • Stable, professional work environment

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