accountant

Desco Plumbing and Heating; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Focused Programs

Learning & Development Opportunities

Additional Holiday Closure

Supportive and Positive Work Enviro n

Job summary

Desco Plumbing and Heating is seeking a Jr. Accountant & AP to join our head office in Mississauga, ON. This role combines accounts payable, journal entries, and month-end close tasks within a dynamic team, with opportunities to advance while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The position requires post-secondary education in accounting/finance, proficiency in Excel, and experience with ERP systems. CPA progression is an asset, and the role is on-site at our Mississauga head office.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation in progress is considered an asset.
• Experience with ERP systems (AS400/Mincron experience is an asset).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including journal entries and GL reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and formulas.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and code non-inventory invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process inventory invoices using the Mincron AS400 system by matching invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox and distribute or process invoices as required.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of invoices and supporting documentation before processing.
• Prepare vendor payments, including cheques and electronic payments (ACH), and submit them for approval.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure invoices are processed within payment terms and maintain accurate electronic records by scanning and filing supporting documentation.
• Process employee expense reports, prepare payment requests, and record the related journal entries.
• Prepare and post journal entries as part of the month-end close process.
• Reconcile assigned General Ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Prepare monthly financial and operational reports for management and external reporting requirements (e.g., GDI and CIPH).
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Provide backup support to the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable team during vacations and absences.
• Support the Controller and Finance team with special projects, process improvements, and other administrative or accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation in progress (asset)

Tools

AS400/Mincron

Job description

Jr. Accountant & AP

Desco Plumbing and Heating

Job details

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're seeking talented individuals who thrive on challenges and are eager to grow their skills in a dynamic environment. We are currently looking for a driven, detail oriented Jr. Accountant & AP to join Desco and be part of our dynamic team in the Head office (Mississauga, ON).

This role is responsible for a combination of accounting functions, accounts payable activities, reconciliations, reporting, and financial administration while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of transactions.

• Process and code non-inventory (overhead) invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process inventory invoices using the Mincron AS400 system by matching invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox and distribute or process invoices as required.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of invoices and supporting documentation before processing.
• Prepare vendor payments, including cheques and electronic payments (ACH), and submit them for approval.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure invoices are processed within payment terms and maintain accurate electronic records by scanning and filing supporting documentation.
• Process employee expense reports, prepare payment requests, and record the related journal entries.
• Prepare and post journal entries as part of the month-end close process.
• Reconcile assigned General Ledger accounts and investigate variances.
• Prepare monthly financial and operational reports for management and external reporting requirements (e.g., GDI and CIPH).
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Provide backup support to the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable team during vacations and absences.
• Support the Controller and Finance team with special projects, process improvements, and other administrative or accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Progress toward a CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Experience working with ERP systems (AS400/Mincron experience is an asset).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including journal entries and General Ledger reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including functions such as PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and formulas.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Why Desco may be right for you

Canada's Best Managed Companies - Platinum Member

• Employee Focused Programs
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Additional Holiday Closure
• Supportive and Positive Work Environment

Desco is committed to providing accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Applicants are asked to make accommodation requests to Desco, and we will make every effort to ensure that accommodation requests are met throughout the recruitment process.

• Location: Mississauga , ON
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $ 55,000 YEAR annually
• Terms of employment: Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy
• Source: indeed.com #10224622161
• Mississauga, ON