Junior Accountant

About Optima Living

Founded in 2007 by two friends inspired by their families’ dementia journeys, Optima Living was created to provide a more home-like experience in seniors housing and care. What began as a personal mission has grown into one of Western Canada’s leading senior living and continuing care providers.

Today, Optima Living offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living, Long-Term Care, Brain Health, and Memory Care across Alberta and British Columbia. Our innovative approach includes Spark, Your Wellness, Your Way; our proprietary brain health and care model. As the only Top 10 Canadian senior living and care provider focused exclusively on Western Canada, we proudly serve more than 4,300 residents.

Guided by our North Star, Let us welcome you home™, we are committed to People, Place, and Community. With a resident-first philosophy and a focus on innovation, we are redefining aging with purpose creating communities where seniors live with dignity, connection, and joy.

Position Summary

As an accountant, you will be responsible for assisting with the preparation and monitoring of budget variance analysis, cash flow, financial reporting, revenue audits and internal controls. You will play a critical role in helping us manage our finances effectively and make informed decisions about our business.

Responsibilities

Preparation of month end journal entries and working papers, balance sheets reconciliations, income statements comparison analysis, and cash flow statements

Preparation of board presentation and related financial reporting materials

Month end rent roll reconciliation and credit card reconciliations

Manage multiple entities and intercompany transactions and reconciliations

Prepare payroll reconciliations, including salary expenses, vacation/sick time accruals, benefits etc.

Supervise and review daily operations and provide guidelines for bookkeeping

Document accounting procedures including internal controls

Arrange for completion and filing of monthly and quarterly WCB and GST tax filings

Liaises with external auditors and prepares working papers as requested.

Report to the health authorities as required

Other duties as assigned to support accounting and operational requirements

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of three (3) years full cycle accounting experience is required

Completion of accounting or finance diploma or degree is preferred

Completion of Chartered Professional Accountants designation is preferred

Experience with multi-site senior housing is preferred

Superior interpersonal skills to interact with internal employees and external vendors

Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrating strong attention to detail and accuracy

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines

Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion

Comprehensive knowledge of financial, property management and IT management best practices

Strong technical aptitude and work experience with technical applications and systems including Excel and accounting software

Conditions of Employment

Clear Police Information Check

Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Successful completion of all mandatory Provincial Health Requirements