Accounting Assistant

Russell Tobin; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the accounting sector is looking for a General Accounting Assistant in Sault Ste. Marie. The successful candidate will oversee the accounting staff, manage cash balances, and prepare financial statements, supporting the company's vision and values while driving organizational growth.

Qualifications

• CPA designation (or equivalent) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of construction financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable progress billings based on contract terms.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements.
• Manage IT-related issues and assist in driving growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Conflict Management

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Jonas Software

Job description

Job Opportunity: General Accounting Assistant

Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4T6

Pay Rate: $62K – $72K per annum, With Benefits

Shift: M-F, 9 AM – 5 PM.

Job Summary:

• Occasional supervision of accounting staff members.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of accounts receivable progress billings based upon specific contract terms.
• Review accounts receivable, aging reports and assist with direct reports for collections.
• Supervise the payment process to vendors and subcontractors and confirm lien waivers are properly collected.
• Monitor daily cash balances to ensure requirements are met.
• Bank reconciliations, fleet finance management and administrative functions.
• Review and monitor the preparation of the weekly payroll for union and non-union employees including the timely submission of monthly reports.
• Manage IT-related issues.
• Perform special assignments as directed by the ownership, VP of Finance and President.
• Create budgets with ownership and manage budgets to ensure fiscal health and responsibility.
• Preparation and review of monthly financial statements.
• Responsible for review and procurement of the business and health insurance programs.
• Maintenance of insurance/risk protection program.
• Work with VP of Finance to assist in driving growth, organizational development and learning all aspects of the financial department.

Other Duties:

• Supports the vision and values of the company's corporate values of integrity, solution-oriented, safety driven, and responsiveness, and holding all those under your direct report to the same set of values.
• Acts in accordance with style that encompasses attributes of hard-working, fact-based, humble, mentoring/learning, celebrates accomplishments and success-oriented orientated and holds all those under your direct report accountable to the same leadership style.

Qualifications and Experience:

• CPA designation (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is an asset.
• Familiarity with Jonas Software is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of construction financial processes is an asset.
• Proficiency in financial systems.
• In-depth understanding of Canadian tax regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to provide hands-on support to ensure smooth operations within the accounting team.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.