Accounting Associate

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LPi Group is an independent Creative Engagement Agency with a focus on Shopper and Commerce Marketing. We are a team of experienced and passionate marketing professionals who help our clients sell more. Through exceptional creative and effective workflows, we deliver high-quality services and solutions that elevate our clients’ brands to the next level.

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Associate is responsible for ensuring financial accuracy while managing daily accounting and operational tasks.

Please note, that this is a hybrid role consisting of remote working from home two days per week (Monday, Friday), and three days working in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) in Calgary, Alberta .

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Daily Accounting Operations – Manage accounts payable and receivable, processing cash, check, and credit card transactions with precision.
• Full-Cycle Accounting Support – Assist in maintaining accurate financial records throughout the entire accounting cycle.
• Payroll Processing – Support semi-monthly payroll execution, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Financial Closing Procedures – Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, contributing to seamless financial reporting.
• Journal Entries & Transaction Management – Prepare journal entries to accurately record business transactions and maintain ledger integrity.
• Continuous Improvement & Team Support – Take part in process enhancement initiatives, ad-hoc projects, and collaborate with team members during peak periods or transitions.

YOUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of hands-on experience with general accounting responsibilities .
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or a combination of experience).
• Solid understanding of accounting reporting principles, reporting standards, and best practices.
• Intermediate expertise in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of QuickBooks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability build effective relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Detail-orientated and motivated, thriving in both independent and team environments.
• Exceptional time management skills, capable of multi-tasking and navigating evolving priorities under tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills (able to “find it” and “fix it”).
• Trusted in handling sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism.
• Familiarity with Payworks, considered an asset.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LPi GROUP

• Hybrid work schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday work at the office; Monday & Friday work from home
• Pension match: LPi-ers can contribute up to 3% of their base salary each pay period and LPi Group matches their contribution 100%
• Generous Total Rewards Plan: including comprehensive health and dental benefits, annual incentive plan, and paid time off
• LPiQ: On-demand, expert-led, self-guided courses for professional and personal development

Job Description Subject to Change

This job description may evolve as the business needs change.

You will be expected to take an adaptive approach to any new requirements that may emerge within the agency.

DISCLAIMER

LPi Group is an equal opportunity employer. LPi Group is dedicated to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Employment Standards of the province of Alberta.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. LPi Group reserves the right to alter and/or cancel work schedules and total compensation programs including group benefits from time to time to correspond to project changes, industry changes and standards, the best interests of the agency, and to conform to legislative requirements.

Please note, only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Marketing Services

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