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Accounting Systems Administrator, New Grad

Requisition ID:  5133
Location: 

Calgary, AB, CA, T2C 5G9

Pay Type:  Salary

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview: 

The Accounting Systems Administrator is a subject matter expert on the B2W system program and its application and integration for Lafarge in North America.
 

Responsibilities: 
•    Understanding of job cost accounting, estimating and payroll requirements of SAP and B2W
•    Subject Matter expert on B2W accounting integration with SAP
•    Delivering technical training and other knowledge resources
•    Report on common sources of technical issues, product understanding or questions and make recommendations for improvement
•    Guide businesses through improvement of current processes within the application of B2W software
•    Guiding seasoned end users (Estimators, Job Cost Accountants, Payroll, etc) on the functionality of B2W
•    Develop best practice reference materials to assist other team members and customers in the use of B2W products and recommended business practices
•    Assist the businesses through proper configuration and workflow of B2W Software
•    Maintain continued education of B2W products as they evolve, through either company sponsored or self-initiated courses
•    Participate in business technology projects
•    Participate in B2W implementation projects as needed 
•    System administrator for the B2W applications
 

Qualifications: 
 

Education:
•    Postsecondary degree or diploma in computer technology or a related discipline and/or post secondary education in Accounting an asset, and relevant experience required
•    A combination of job cost accounting/Estimating and B2W experience an asset

Experience & Skill Set:
•    Hands on SAP Job Cost Accounting experience, combined with B2W exposure
•    Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts clearly and concisely
•    Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
•    Ability to work under pressure and escalate as required
•    Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment and with employees at all levels/disciplines of the organization
•    Results-oriented and able to meet deadlines
•    Ability to learn independently and stay current with new technologies
•    Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.
 

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.