Accounting Assistant

Oceaneering International, Inc.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engineered services seeks an Accounting Assistant in Oakville, Canada. This full-time role is crucial for supporting the accounting department through various clerical tasks such as processing accounts payable and maintaining records. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to work independently and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing and accounting for Accounts Payable.
• Assisting with the preparation of balance sheets and financial reports.
• Maintaining and updating accounting records and files.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

High School education or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

The Accounting Assistant provides essential support to the accounting department by performing various clerical and administrative tasks. This role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. The role will provide support activities aimed at preparing balance sheets, trial balances, accounting classification and consolidation, generating financial reports, preparing electronic spreadsheets and accounting documents (via the system), and maintaining the company's accounting database, in accordance with internal procedures and respecting stipulated deadlines.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Full-time role (30 hours per week), eligible for benefits.

LOCATION:
Requires daily onsite attendance; this is not a remote-work position.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Processing and accounting for Accounts Payable.
• Processing and accounting for Accounts Receivable and Invoicing.
• Assisting with the preparation of balance sheets, trial balances, and financial reports.
• Maintaining and updating accounting records and files.
• Performing bank reconciliations and managing cashbook's.
• Assisting with payroll administration on a bi-weekly basis.
• Processing weekly mass journal reports and processes.
• Conducting other accounting analyses, assisting with closings and accounting routines.
• Performing sales files review and CUF management.
• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• High School education or equivalent experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.