Senior Financial Accountant at Arcus Power – Calgary, Alberta
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About This Position
Job Type: Part-Time (32 hours/week), Permanent, On-Site
Location: Suite 865, 401 – 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3Z5
About Arcus Power
Arcus is at the forefront of the global shift towards electrification and low-carbon power systems. Our AI-driven Energy Cost Management platform is revolutionizing power management by enabling users to optimize operations based on electricity prices, peak demand periods, and market opportunities. Founded in Calgary and now expanding globally, Arcus is seeking a highly capable Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Operations Lead to join our finance team. This role reports directly to the VP Finance and offers broad ownership across accounting, compliance, and finance operations within a lean team structure.
The Team
Our diverse team of data scientists, software developers, electrical engineers, and market analysts is committed to creating intelligent models that support efficient energy resource consumption. Arcus Power fosters a collaborative, innovation-driven, and dynamic culture, where everyone’s input is valued.
Your Role
The Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Operations Lead will play a key role in managing core accounting processes, supervising a Bookkeeper, coordinating tax compliance across Canada and the U.S,, and helping implement technologies that automate and streamline finance operations.
This role is ideal for a CPA or CPA candidate who enjoys working in a hands-on environment with exposure to both operational accounting and strategic finance initiatives.
You will work closely with the VP Finance on financial reporting, operational finance initiatives, and process improvements as the company continues to grow.
Responsibilities will include:
- Own and manage the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Maintain the general ledger and accounting records in accordance with ASPE accounting standards.
- Supervise and support the Bookkeeper in day-to-day accounting operations.
- Coordinate Canadian and U.S. corporate tax return preparation with external advisors.
- Manage sales tax compliance across multiple U.S. states and Canadian jurisdictions.
- Maintain documentation and compliance related to transfer pricing and intercompany transactions.
- Manage treasury operations, including banking relationships and cash monitoring.
- Support the VP Finance with annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes.
- Prepare documentation and coordinate with external auditors and advisors.
- Identify, implement, and manage financial technologies that automate and streamline finance processes.
- Continuously evaluate and improve accounting workflows to build scalable finance operations.
Your Qualifications
Must-Have Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA designation or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Experience managing month-end close and financial reporting.
- Knowledge of Canadian and U.S. sales tax compliance.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience using modern financial tools and AI applications to improve productivity or automate processes.
Highly Valued Skills:
- Experience working in a SaaS or technology company.
- Exposure to both Canadian and U.S. tax environments.
- Experience working in a multi-entity environment.
- Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and processes.
Key Competencies & Attributes:
- Strong understanding of ASPE accounting standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong ownership mindset with the ability to independently manage core accounting processes and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting.
- Proven ability to build, document, and improve scalable accounting processes in a growing organization.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in complex multi-entity and cross-border environments.
- Effective leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to supervise and support junior accounting staff.
- Comfortable working in a hands-on role while contributing to higher-level finance initiatives and strategic projects.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with senior leadership and external advisors.
- Process-improvement mindset with an interest in leveraging financial technologies and automation to increase efficiency.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment.
What Arcus Can Offer
- Meaningful ownership across finance operations including the opportunity to collaborate directly with senior leadership.
- Opportunity to implement technology and improve finance systems.
- Balanced 32 hour work week schedule.
- Competitive base salary.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- RRSP match, annual paid time off, and quarterly flex days.
Join Us
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in building and scaling Arcus’ finance operations as we continue to grow. If you’re a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, implementing financial technologies, and contributing to both operational and strategic finance initiatives, we encourage you to apply and join our team.
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume in PDF format to careers@arcuspower.com.
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Calgary, Alberta, T2P 3C5, Canada region.