Accounting Analyst

DCM; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Collaborative environment

Job summary

DATA Communications Management Corp. in Brampton is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support day-to-day transactional accounting within the general ledger and close process.

You will prepare journal entries, maintain accurate financial records, and help with reconciliations to support month-end close and reporting. This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in our Brampton office, with responsibilities spanning balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and audit

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and 2–3 years in general accounting/transactional finance.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work within tight timelines.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capability.
• Proficiency with Excel and experience with ERP systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close, including accruals, allocations, and adjustments.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather accrual information (payroll, expenses, reserves).
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations (AR, AP, inventory, intercompany, bank, accruals).
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve variances in a timely manner.
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for audit readiness.
• Support month-end close tasks and financial reporting activities.
• Conduct variance analysis and identify unusual transactions, collaborating with leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, approvals, and accounting standards.
• Assist audits with documentation and responses to auditor requests.
• Identify efficiencies in journal entry, accrual, and reconciliations; support ERP enhancements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting principles

Deadline management

Analytical mindset

Excel proficiency

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g. D365)

Job description

DCM is a leading Canadian tech-enabled provider of print and digital solutions that help simplify complex marketing communications and operations workflow. DCM serves over 2,500 clients including 70 of the 100 largest Canadian corporations and leading government agencies. Our core strength lies in delivering individualized services to our clients that simplify their communications, including customized printing, highly personalized marketing communications, campaign management, digital signage, and digital asset management. From omnichannel marketing campaigns to large-scale print and digital workflows, our goal is to make complex tasks surprisingly simple, allowing our clients to focus on what they do best.

The Role

As an Accounting Analyst, you will be supporting the day-to-day transactional accounting activities within the general ledger and financial close process. You will be responsible for preparing journal entries, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring timely and complete account reconciliations to support month-end close and financial reporting.

This is a hybrid role working a minimum of 3 days per week in our Brampton office.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post manual and semi-automated journal entries for month-end close, including accruals, allocations, and adjustments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather information required for accruals (e.g. payroll, expenses, reserves)
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations (e.g. AR, AP, inventory, intercompany, bank, accrual liabilities)
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve reconciliation discrepancies and account variances in a timely manner
• Maintain organized supporting schedules and documentation to ensure audit readiness
• Support month-end close process by completing assigned tasks, meeting deadlines, and assisting with financial reporting activities
• Conduct variance analysis and assist in identifying and resolving unusual transactions or account fluctuations and collaborate with accounting leadership to resolve discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, approval workflows, accounting standards, and company policies
• Provide support for internal and external audits by preparing documentation (journal entries and reconciliations) and responding to auditor requests
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies in journal entry, accrual and reconciliation processes
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data across the general ledger and supporting subledgers.
• Support system enhancements, automation initiatives, and process improvements within ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).

Skills & Experiences

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with 2-3 years experience in general accounting or transactional finance
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Knowledgeable in accounting principles
• Ability to manage deadlines and work within tight timelines
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capability
• Proficiency with Excel is a must and experience with ERP systems is an asset

What we offer

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage for you and family
• Tuition reimbursement to invest in your growth and career development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued and your impact is visible

Compensation

$57,654 - $72,067 CAD per year

The compensation range listed reflects the expected compensation for the role. Actual compensation will be determined based on individual skills and experience.

If you don't meet every requirement listed above, we still encourage you to apply. We're interested in the diverse experience, potential, and perspective you can bring to the team.

DATA Communications Management Corp. (DCM) is committed to equal employment opportunity, employs and does not discriminate against all qualified persons without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other classification protected by applicable federal and provincial laws. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, please get in touch with us through the form at the bottom of the page (https://www.datacm.com/about-us/lifedcm/), so that we can ensure your equal participation.