Accountant (18 months contract)

Cérélia North America; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with regulations. This role involves preparing financial statements, conducting audits, and maintaining accurate financial practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and at least three years of experience, along with proficiency in MS Office and finance software. Join a collaborative team where your contributions will play a crucial role in the company's financial health and success. Attractive compensation and benefits await the right candidate!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or financial management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial records and ensure accuracy in financial practices.
• Prepare financial statements and assist in year-end audits.

Skills

Accounting Experience

Attention to Detail

MS Office (Excel)

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA (or working towards it)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamic 365

Finance Software

Job description

Summary:

The Accountant will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy, and help Cerelia Bakery Canada maintain proper financial practices. The incumbent will also be responsible for recording financial transactions, preparing financial statements, tax compliance and play an active role in budgeting, forecasting and audit preparation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Prepare routine and month-end related journal entries including prepaid, accrual entries with minimum supervision
• Responsible for payroll postings including payroll accruals
• Perform month-end closing activities including analysis, reconciliation, and maintain schedules of P&L and balance sheet accounts
• Prepare monthly commission calculations and analysis
• Perform Bank Reconciliation
• Generate accounting and financial reports to meet the needs of the business.
• Adhere to corporate policies and procedures for internal controls
• Assist in year-end audit as needed.
• Ad hoc duties as required.
• Provide back up support for other team members when required
• Adhering to all policies, procedures and programs of the company (GMP, Quality, Food Safety, Health & Safety etc) at all times.
• Other related duties and assigned
  
  

Key Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, financial management, or similar.
• CPA (or working towards it) will be anasset
• At least 3 years of accounting experience
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and finance software.
• High level of attention to detail, willingness to learn and a sense of urgency will be important to the candidate’s success
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamic 365 business central is an asset
• Must be able to work within tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
  
  

Attractive compensation and benefits will be offered to the right candidate!

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