General Accountant (Fleet)

Our Finance group is currently looking to add a General Accountant (Fleet) to our growing team, based in Edmonton, AB.

Reporting to the Fleet Controller, this position is responsible for month end and quarter end reporting, working closely with the Finance team and Fleet team, on account reconciliations and financial analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Prepare time entry batches (twice a week) as part of transfer pricing or internal fleet equipment billing model / process
• Work with fleet managers to identify costs requiring accruals and ensure accruals reflect accurate timing of expense
• Review and analyze GL transactions to ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Monitor fleet commitments and resolve aged obligations to reduce accrual risks
• Perform monthly balance sheet reviews, including AP, AR, WIP, deferred assets, and prepaid expenses
• Prepare amortization schedules for vehicle and equipment prepaid expenses, including initial deferral and monthly drawdown entries
• Prepare and post adjusting entries and maintain accounting integrity controls
• Analyze monthly productivity and cost drivers across fleet operations
• Review work order costs, identify inefficiencies, and prepare reclassification entries
• Prepare KPI reports and financial analysis for rentals, repairs, fuel, and other major expense categories
• Generate rental invoices and track billing information
• Conduct ad-hoc control reviews and recommend preventative measures
• Review financing and leasing costs, assess ROI, and flag underperforming assets
• Undertake special projects and utilize Excel for ad hoc analyses (i.e. assist with acquisition and disposal of equipment; provide scenario analysis for buy, rent, or lease decisions)

Requirements
 

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or other related disciplines
• 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite
• Experience with an ERP system (JD Edwards is preferred)

Preferred Skills / Qualifications
 

• Experience in fleet, asset management or equipment accounting
• Designated, or working towards, Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
• Advanced MS Excel skills

Job Posting End Date: December 14, 2025

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.