Accounting Supervisor

Nippon Express Canada Ltd; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking an Accounting Supervisor in Mississauga. The role involves overseeing all Customs accounting functions, leading a team, and ensuring all accounting activities are conducted efficiently. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, customer service experience, and advanced proficiency in Excel. This full-time position offers opportunities for career growth and benefits, including an RRSP plan and paid time off.

Benefits

RRSP / DPSP plan with company matching

Paid time off (vacation & sick time)

Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Accounting knowledge required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and lead Customs accounting team.
• Prepare billings for client files.
• Manage all accounting functions within ITMR4.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Judgment

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Customs Certified Specialist (CCS)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nippon Express Canada Ltd Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Direct message the job poster from Nippon Express Canada Ltd

Assistant Manager, HR at Nippon Express Canada

Company Overview :

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. As a leader in the freight forwarding industry, the Company's successes and ingenuity are complemented by its global presence, and ultimately result in Nippon Express being one of the largest transportation providers in the world. Solutions, not numbers, are responsible for our success. Our commitment to develop successful solutions, which put information technologies and our vast network of resources to work for you, is what has enabled Nippon Express to lead the world in innovative logistics design.

Job Summary :

The Accounting Supervisor’s primary purpose is to oversee all accounting functions for the Customs Department. This includes everything that is listed below in key duties and responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Supervise, train, and lead Customs accounting team
• Prepare billings for client files, both auto email and hard copy
• Cash posting on the ITMR4 system
• Prepare A / P and A / R transfer slips as may be required
• Review and issue any client “past due” statements
• Assist with collections for overdue accounts, either by email or phone call
• Sort incoming and outgoing mail for courier or regular postage as well as any rush cheques
• Prepare billing for any weekly client files
• Reconcile the A / R and A / P reports
• Prepare monthly statements and month end reports, as well as monthly forecasts
• Reconcile inter-branch payments
• Prepare collection reports for Head Office
• Delegate tasks and assist the Operations Manager in coaching, evaluating staff
• Manage all accounting functions within ITMR4
• CARM accounting functions
• SOA Reconciliation with Nippon clearances
• Various other duties as may be required to support CPC

Qualification and Competencies :

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Accounting knowledge required
• Strong research / analytical skills with high attention to details
• Ability to exercise good judgment to solve problems
• Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills in English
• Well-organized and self-motivated
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel

Education / Certifications :

• High School Diploma
• Customs Certified Specialist (CCS) - asset

Location and Job Environment :

• Second floor office setting in the Toronto Branch
• Office environment, not subject to noise or significant hazards
• Some stress related to hard deadlines and multiple and / or conflicting tasks
• What We Offer!
• RRSP / DPSP plan with company matching
• Paid time off (vacation & sick time)
• Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Training

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Freight and Package Transportation

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