Accounting Specialist - Level 2

Socket.dev; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group health benefits

RRSP company match programs

Referral bonus program

Training and tuition reimbursement

Employee and family assistance program

Encouraged work-life balance

Corporate discounts

Job summary

TRANSX LTD is seeking an Accounting Specialist – Level 2 in Winnipeg to join the Yield & Financial Planning team. You will support monthly operating statements, asset management, and cross‑department financial data accuracy to drive budgeting and forecasting.

The role requires 4–6 years of accounting experience, a CPA track, and strong use of Great Plains, Vena, TMW, and TMT. You’ll collaborate across divisions to improve cost control and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA designation in progress and PEP program enrollment expected within 1–2 years.
• 4–6 years of accounting or financial analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting policies within Canada and the USA.
• Solid analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and allocate revenue and expenses; post transactions in Great Plains.
• Prepare accruals and monthly financial reporting; provide variance analysis to management.
• Manage balances for major assets; liaison with CN and internal departments.
• Support month-end and year-end closes; ensure accounting compliance.
• Lead training for Accounting Associates on TMW, TMT, Great Plains, and Vena.
• Provide monthly cost division summaries and assist with cost control decisions.

Skills

Analytical

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA – Canada (in progress)

PEP program enrollment

Tools

Great Plains

Vena

TMW

TMT

MS Excel

Job description

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST – LEVEL 2

Shift: Monday to Friday (8 hours/day)

TRANSX LTD

Operating for over 50 years, TransX LTD is one of the largest Canadian (CN Rail-owned) providers of premier integrated transportation and logistics services across North America. With 11 locations across Canada and the USA, approximately 900 company employees, and over 4,000 trucks, trailers, and containers, our team is dedicated to building strong business relationships and providing service excellence to support our customers' business needs.

The TransX Group of Companies has an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Specialist – Level 2 to join our Yield & Financial Planning department in Winnipeg. Reporting to the Financial Supervisor, the Accounting Specialist – Level 2 focuses on providing advanced accounting support related to financial planning, yield analysis, and reporting. This role assists with the preparation of Monthly Operating Statements for assigned divisions, manages major assets, and acts as a liaison between Finance and Operating departments to ensure accurate and timely financial information. Acting as a partner for assigned Cost divisions, this position provides monthly summaries and leads Operations in cost control, The ultimate mission is to support budgeting and forecasting processes while ensuring efficient management of financial data to enhance operational decision-making. Upon the absence of the Financial Supervisor, they take on the additional responsibilities of ensuring the financial operating results for the various BUs are reported as expected.

As a leader within TransX, the position is expected to align with the TransX Core Values for Teamwork, Safety, Innovation, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Analyze and allocate revenue and expenses as assigned. Analyze account transactions in TMW, TMT, and Great Plains to ensure coding is accurate and correct postings as needed. Prepare and post daily, weekly, or monthly transactions into Great Plains. Prepare accruals with estimates for monthly financial reporting to CN. Report requested variance analysis, impact statements, and monthly performance of assigned Cost divisions to supervisors and senior management, providing guidance to Divisional Leaders to assist with cost control decisions. Initiate and assist with continuous reporting improvements from information systems.
• Asset Management & Communication: Manage balances and entries for assigned major assets, including Fixed Assets or Receivables. Communicate directly with CN regarding balances, coordinate activities, and collaborate across multiple divisions ensuring accuracy and adherence to CN and TransX policies. Coordinate with internal TransX departments impacting balances or financial activities, identify risks or concerns with balance values, and ensure corporate plans are implemented.
• Reconciliations & Month-End Support: Reconcile various assigned Balance Sheet accounts and prepare necessary correcting entries. Prepare and report detailed revenue and expense reports to senior management and key stakeholders. Support month-end and year-end closing processes to guarantee compliance with accounting standards.
• Team Leadership & Financial Support: Conduct ad hoc analysis as required to support strategic decision-making. Serve as a Lead within the Financial Reporting group by training new Accounting Associates on systems (TMW, TMT, Great Plains, Vena). Act as a liaison between various Business Units and departments, continuously review processes, and recommend improvements for enhanced efficiency. Cover key leadership responsibilities during the absence of the Financial Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certification: Currently working toward a professional accounting designation (CPA – Canada) and enrolled in the PEP program (expected completion within 1–2 years).
• Experience: Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in current accounting software, including Great Plains, Vena, TMW, and TMT. Advanced skills in MS Office Suite, specifically MS Excel.
• Industry & Accounting Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Accounting Policies and Practices within Canada and the USA.
• Soft Skills: Demonstrated analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Well-developed organizational, time-management, and planning capabilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively across all levels inside and outside the organization.

BENEFITS & PERKS

WHY JOIN TRANSX?

• Large, Canadian-owned company
• Operating for over 50 years
• Leading transportation and logistics services
• 11 Terminals across North America
• Competitive compensation
• Partnered training programs and learning supports

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive group health benefits
• RRSP company match programs
• Referral bonus program
• Training and tuition reimbursement

RECOGNITION PROGRAMS

• Annual employee recognition & appreciation events
• Years of service awards
• Employee spotlights in our TransX Newsletter
• Safety recognition
• Annual performance incentives

OTHER PERKS

• Employee and family assistance program
• Encouraged work-life balance
• Corporate discounts at partnered organizations (gyms, travel, clothing, equipment, etc.)
• Team environment, professional & personal growth

TransX Ltd. is committed to building a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders.