Accountant

AmerisourceBergen; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services company located in Canada is looking for an Accounting Specialist to assist with financial reporting, ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and 1-2 years of accounting experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and expertise with an ERP System like Sage are highly valued. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional development and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision care

Paid parental leave

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of general accounting experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience working with an ERP System preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of month end and quarter close activities.
• Responsible for general ledger maintenance and account reconciliation.
• Manage the inventory process through tracking movements.

Skills

Fundamental knowledge of accounting practices

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or finance related field

Working towards CPA accounting designation

Tools

ERP System (preferably Sage)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of all month end and quarter close activities including trial balance review, routine and non‑routine journal entry preparation, general ledger maintenance, preparation of financial statements and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Responsible for general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation and month end closing
• Act as liaison by coordinating accounting matters between divisional associates and other department managers
• Prepares various financial reports such as Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable reconciliation, sub‑ledgers and balance sheet accounts, expense analysis, daily/monthly cash balance reporting, monthly bank reconciliation and depreciation records
• Record transactions to journals and general ledger including but not limited to monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, intercompany and daily sales transactions
• Manage the inventory process through tracking inventory movements, investigating inventory variances, reconciling inventory stock to the general ledger and participating in physical inventory counts and cycle counting
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives within the accounting department in order to streamline operations and manage costs. Provide solutions to the Controller on efficiencies and processes.
• Ensures adherence and maintenance of internal controls and financial procedures
• Assist in preparation of relevant audit files for internal/external auditors and government bodies
• Prepare trend analysis and other special analysis, including weekly cash flow forecast
• Generates ad hoc accounting reports as needed
• Develop and maintain documentation, to support areas of responsibility (i.e. Desktop Procedures)
• Perform related duties as assigned

Experience and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or finance related field
• Working towards completing CPA accounting designation an asset
• Minimum 1-2 years of general accounting experience
• Experience working with an ERP System, preferably Sage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with particularly strong Excel skills and good Word skills

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements

• Solid fundamental knowledge of accounting practices and principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Assertive, comfortable communicating with various types of individuals
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce accurate results
• Self‑starter requiring limited supervision, along with a desire to work in a team environment
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment while remaining organized with strict attention to detail

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Full time

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non‑discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request‑by‑request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodation requests will not be returned.

Accessibility Policy

Cencora is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. When requested, Cencora will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment.

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Innomar Strategies