Financial Accountant - Finance Department at Rocky View Schools

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for a continuing, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Financial Accountant position starting immediately at the Education Centre located in Airdrie, Alberta.

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Financial Accountant plays a key role in executing core accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting support, ensuring accurate financial records and supporting the Finance team in delivering timely and reliable information.

Responsibilities Include

• Communicates regularly with the Manager of Accounting, Director of Finance, and other Finance team members to ensure dissemination of information to all necessary parties.
• Maintains a high level of integrity and business professionalism in dealing with internal and external clients of RVS.
• Demonstrates and models a genuine appreciation for, and understanding of protocol, discretion and professionalism in RVS.
• Maintains and oversees general ledger accounts and various internal databases to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Guides Education Center personnel regarding RVS policy, procedure, financial budgeting, accounting, and software related queries.
• Monitors and recommends best-practices for financial internal control compliance.
• Prepares monthly journal entries to support the monthly close process.
• Ensures accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation of all entries
• Performs monthly balance sheet and bank reconciliations, ensure completeness of recorded transactions
• Investigates and resolves reconciling items and discrepancies.
• Supports weekly payment runs ensuring proper approvals and documentation.
• Assists with accounts receivable functions, including invoicing and recording receipts.
• Supports preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assists in preparing working papers and schedules for audit and reporting purposes.
• Contributes to compilation of data for financial reports and other external reporting
• Assists in tracking budget-to-actual results for assigned areas.
• Supports preparation of variance analysis and explanations of fluctuations.
• Responds to internal inquiries related to transactions, coding, and balances.
• Provides reliable support during month-end, year-end, and audit periods.
• Supports additional tasks and special projects, including those outside core responsibilities, as required to meet departmental and organizational needs.
• Prioritizes assignments and workload to meet RVS deadlines.
• Initiates and maintains key working relationships with Education Center personnel, external auditors, and government agencies to promote efficient, consistent and collaborative practices.
• Seeks opportunities and takes accountability for personal and team results:
  • Initiates and engages in cross-training to mitigate risk of business interruption
  • Shares professional expertise, RVS knowledge, and lessons learned with Finance colleagues through formal and informal meetings and presentations.
  • Actively engages in the planning, implementation, and training of new Finance processes and procedure.
• Understands and complies with all legal requirements for safety and health, as they pertain to the workplace

Education/Experience

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or a related field
• 3 - 5 years of accounting and financial reporting experience
• A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Accounting Standards (e.g. PSAS, NFP, IFRS)
• Knowledge and experience in various accounting software systems, Microsoft Office 365 and web-based applications
• Effective verbal and written communication, organization, prioritization, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as in collaborative team environment
• Awareness of the potential for fraud and diligence in following prescribed procedures, policies and goals of the department.
• Work ethics complementing RVS’s commitment to learning.
Must be available to work during peak periods within the year

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 3 weeks vacation pro-rated based on start date
• 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
• Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with supervisor approval
• Benefits Plan (Extended Health, Dental, Wellness & Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free parking

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada.
• Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and contact information of three professional references.

Please submit your application quoting job code # 4041810 on or before Mon day, June 2 2, 2026 by 4:30 PM MST.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.