Sr Accountant

Encore
Ottawa
CAD 74,000 - 85,000
Job description

Position Overview

The Sr. Accountant is responsible for controlling and analyzing the asset, liability, and expense accounts to ensure that proper expenses are reported and to ensure that these accounts are properly reflected on the Company's books and records. This position is also responsible for the preparation and maintenance of monthly entries and account analyses of the more complex accounting areas and certain financial and managerial reporting.

Key Job Responsibilities

Month End Close

  1. Complete journal entries for all areas assigned, as required, within the close calendar deadlines.
  2. Analyze results for all areas assigned to identify issues and contribute to a timely and appropriate resolution.
  3. Complete assigned month-end schedules and month-end reporting.

Account Analysis

  1. Manage the weekly revenue forecast reporting.
  2. Analyze results for all areas assigned creating detailed analysis of week-over-week results.
  3. Research and analyze monthly financial statement variances.
  4. Additional reporting and data analysis as required.

Account Support

  1. Perform other duties as assigned from the Accounting Department.

Job Qualifications

  1. Minimum of a BS/BS in Accounting or Finance.
  2. 3-5 years’ experience working in an accounting department.
  3. Completion or current enrollment in CPA program.
  4. Good knowledge of all accounting functions and related principles (including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and General Ledger).
  5. Advanced Excel skills are a must.
  6. Understanding of analysis and reporting with ability to apply it to the business.
  7. Ability to handle multiple activities to accomplish a goal while using logic to solve problems.
  8. High level of detail and accuracy when responding to requests as well as financial reporting.
  9. Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions based on accounting standards.

Other Requirements

Please note that our Ontario office will relocate to 156 Parkshore Brampton effective March 2025, therefore the candidate must be able to commute there since we have a hybrid working environment.

Competencies

  1. Deliver World Class Service
  2. Hospitality
  3. Ownership
  4. Do The Right Thing
  5. Demonstrates Self-Awareness
  6. Drive Results
  7. Ensures Accountability
  8. See The Big Picture
  9. Decision Quality
  10. Manages Complexity
  11. Value People
  12. Collaborates

Salary Pay Range: $74,000.00 - $85,000.00 Plus Incentives.
The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements Hours Per Day Lifting Requirements Frequency

  1. Sitting 6-8 Hours Lifting 0 - 15 lbs.* Frequently
  2. Standing 2-3 Hours Lifting 16 – 50 lbs.* Occasionally
  3. Walking 0-1 Hours Lifting 51 - 100 lbs. Never
  4. Stooping 0-1 Hours Lifting Over 100 lbs. Never
  5. Crawling 0-1 Hours
  6. Kneeling 0-1 Hours Carrying Requirements Frequency
  7. Bending 0-1 Hours Carrying 0 - 15 lbs.* Frequently
  8. Reaching (above your head) 0-1 Hours Carrying 16 – 50 lbs.* Occasionally
  9. Climbing 0-1 Hours Carrying 51 - 100 lbs. Never
  10. Grasping 0-1 Hours Carrying Over 100 lbs. Never

Auditory/Visual Requirements Frequency Pushing/Pulling Requirements Frequency

  1. Close Vision Continuously Pushing/Pulling 0 - 15 lbs.* Occasionally
  2. Distance Vision Frequently Pushing/Pulling 16 – 50 lbs.* Occasionally
  3. Colour Vision Continuously Pushing/Pulling 51 - 100 lbs.* Never
  4. Peripheral Vision Occasionally Pushing/Pulling Over 100 lbs. Never
  5. Depth Perception Occasionally *Identifies the physical requirements that team members perform without assistance.
  6. Hearing Continuously

Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Office

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in an office environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.

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