Accounting Analyst

St-Amour; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading transportation carrier in Canada is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support financial reporting and month-end processes in their Mississauga office. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance, preferably be enrolled in the CPA program, and have 2-5 years of general accounting experience. Responsibilities include financial statement preparation, P&L management, and government tax remittances. Strong Excel and analytical skills are required, along with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in general accounting.
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end closing process and prepare financial statements.
• Prepare and manage weekly P&L forecasts.
• Report monthly financial results to head office.
• Ensure timely completion of balance sheet and bank account reconciliations.
• Prepare and file monthly government sales tax remittances.
• Analyze financial data and assist with annual budget development.
• Process owner operator payroll bi-weekly.
• Develop and implement accounting procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in Accounting/Finance

Enrolled in CPA Professional Education Program

Job description

Job description :

Our client an established transportation carrier in Canada is seeking a Accounting Analyst that will work 3 days a week in the Mississauga office, reporting directly to the Controller. This role will support the timely and accurate reporting of the Company’s financial results to internal management and corporate head office on a weekly and monthly basis.

Main Duties and Responsibilities Include :

• Support the month-end closing process, including preparing and posting journal vouchers to the general ledger and preparing financial statements.
• Prepare and manage weekly P&L forecasts.
• Report monthly financial results to head office and provide supporting documentation.
• Ensure timely completion of balance sheet and bank account reconciliations; investigate and resolve reconciling differences.
• Prepare and file monthly government sales tax remittances.
• Analyze financial data, including variance analysis of actual results compared to budget and prior year results.
• Assist with the annual financial budget development process.
• Process owner operator payroll on a bi-weekly basis.
• Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending improvements.
• Complete additional ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills and qualifications :

• Post-secondary degree / diploma from university / college in Accounting / Finance or equivalent
• Preferably enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program
• 2-5 years of experience in general accounting
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with a proven ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced Excel skills