Accounting Specialist

hellmann; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hellmann in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an Accounting Specialist to provide financial information by researching and analyzing accounts. The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting and at least three years in finance, with strong English and Spanish communication.

Responsibilities include ledgers, monthly reports, reconciliations, audit support, and tax filings. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected. This is a full-time, on-site position in Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• At least three years of related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and Spanish.
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; performs general cost accounting.
• Prepares monthly balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other financial reports for management.
• Reconciles monthly bank accounts, payroll and other financial accounts.
• Develops, maintains, and analyzes financial records to track assets, liabilities, P&L or other financial activities.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Supports annual audit process and assists with annual tax filings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English

Spanish

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 20 locations worldwide. For the better. Together.

The Accounting specialist provides management and external users with financial information by researching and analyzing accounts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files and performs general cost accounting.
• Prepares monthly balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other financial reports required by management.
• Reconciles monthly bank accounts, payroll and other financial accounts.
• Develops, maintains, and analyzes financial records to track assets, liabilities, profit and loss or other financial activities.
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Provides support during annual audit process and assistance to perform annual tax filings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not supervise any direct reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in accounting or related field, required.
• At least three years of related experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting
• Proficient with Microsoft Office

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Self-confident, creative, innovative
• Can work at all levels of the organization
• Can make something complex easy to understand
• Can move from strategic to detailed focus easily
• Willing to help; looks for solutions; coaches others in finding their own solutions
• Values each person no matter their position, empathetic
• Team oriented. Willing to coach and receive coaching. Willing to lead and to follow depending on the situation. Eager to go above and beyond when needed to be successful.
• Curious and continuously looking for ways to learn and grow
• Customer-focused
• Organizational skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently required to stand, and walk
• Regularly required to sit for extended periods
• Regularly uses arms to reach, hands and fingers for computer and phone use
• Speaking clearly and listening for heavy phone contact
• Requires close-up and computer screen distance vision ability

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are similar of those of an office setting with various office equipment. Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!