ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN - 400000 PLANT ACCOUNTING

Dorel Industries; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Plant Accountant to support its Cornwall facility. In this pivotal role, you will manage daily reports, handle payroll duties, and assist in cost analysis. Your analytical skills will be crucial as you prepare budgets, forecasts, and maintain accurate financial records. This position requires a proactive individual who can work independently and adapt to the dynamic needs of the organization. If you're passionate about accounting and thrive in a manufacturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• At least two years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review payroll entries and monthly journal entries.
• Manage cash functions and assist in budget preparation.
• Conduct physical inventory counting and assist manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Self-motivation

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Related field

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN - 400000 PLANT ACCOUNTING

Cornwall, ON, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, February 24, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Job Title: Plant Accountant

Reports to: Director of Finance: Domestic Manufacturing

Job Summary:

The Plant Accountant will support two facilities (Tiffin, OH and Cornwall, Ontario, Canada), with the focus being on the Cornwall facility. This includes running daily / weekly reports, administering cash related functions, handling payroll related duties, assisting in the creation and maintenance of standard cost and account analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Review daily dashboard and weekly consolidated production reports for both plants, but also be able to prepare them when needed.
• Manage cash related functions and work with Shared Services. This includes petty cash, invoices, freight damage reports and managing any checks received.
• Prepare payroll entries, payroll accruals, monthly consolidated headcount report and prepare any payroll related reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, monthly account analysis of specific accounts and payroll accrual.
• Prepare balance sheet recons and income statement reviews.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of the item standard costs.
• Assist manufacturing as they develop strategies and establish objectives.
• Will be involved with physical inventory counting.
• Help in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Quarterly obsolete reserve workings.
• Yearly re-cost workings.
• Other ad hoc duties and responsibilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• At least two years of experience in an accounting position (manufacturing experience would be preferred).
• Proven analytical skills.
• Computer skills including the AS400 (or equivalent) and Microsoft Office.
• Must be very strong and efficient in excel.
• Excellent communication skills. Must be able to provide suggestions and not just wait for instructions.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision; self-motivated.
• Must be a hands-on accountant and get involved operationally.
• Expected to be at the factory (Cornwall Location).
• Willing and able to adapt to changes with the needs of the organization.