Finance - Corporate Accountant

Canadian-Niagara-Hotels-Group; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Medical Coverage

Career Growth

Hotel & Dining Discounts

Ontario Attractions Program

Parking Availability

Transit Access

Job summary

Canadian Niagara Hotels Group of Companies seeks an accounting professional to deepen technical financial reporting skills and support operational efficiency. This role offers exposure to daily revenue bookings, month-end close, tax remittances, and audits, working under the Controller.

Ideal candidates are graduates in accounting/finance with full cycle accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. Proximity to Niagara Falls is preferred for commuting convenience.

Qualifications

• University or College graduate with a major in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related equivalent work experience.
• Full cycle accounting experience is valued and considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping & Analytics: actively booking and reviewing daily revenues, analyzing month-end costs and expenses, and providing financial insights to support operations and finance objectives.
• Month-End Stewardship: prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile balance sheet accounts including bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly Royalty payments, HST and NR4 tax remittances, ensuring reporting and contractual/regulatory compliance.
• Year-End Stewardship: support year-end audit process, balance sheet reconciliation and note preparation.
• Internal Controls Champion: ensure compliance with internal controls and suggest improvements.
• Budgeting Support: assist in annual budget preparation.
• Collaborative Support: assist team members and promote a collaborative environment.

Skills

MS Excel

Financial Analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance/Commerce degree

Job description

Company Description:

The Canadian Niagara Hotels Group of Companies is one of Canada’s largest, most successful, and diversified entertainment and hospitality organizations. With over 3,500 talented professionals across our business units, we offer a distinctive collection of world-renowned hotels, restaurant brands, cafes and retail, situated just steps from the iconic Niagara Falls.

Job Summary:

Elevate your career with a role that offers a unique blend of honing technical financial skills in reporting and actively contributing to operational business effectiveness and efficiency.

Reports to:Controller

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping & Analytics: Immerse yourself in full cycle accounting by actively booking and reviewing daily revenues, ensuring accuracy and completeness in financial records. Analyze and elucidate month-end costs and expenses for finance and operational leaders, providing valuable insights. Provide robust financial analysis to support operational and finance objectives, fostering strategic decision-making. Proactively follow up on discrepancies related to daily revenue, cash flow, and expenses, demonstrating a commitment to financial precision.
• Month-End Stewardship: Prepare monthly financial statements within specified deadlines, showcasing meticulous attention to detail through the accurate preparation of journal entries. Regularly reconcile balance sheet accounts including but not limited to Bank reconciliations, ensuring financial accuracy and integrity.
• Preparation of monthly Royalty payments, HST and NR4 tax remittances, ensuring up-to-date reporting requirements and adherence with contractual obligations & regulatory requirements.
• Year-End Stewardship: Contribute to the year-end audit process, supporting the Balance Sheet reconciliation & review process, preparation of notes, and supporting documentation.
• Internal Controls Champion: Understand and ensure compliance with internal controls, actively recommending improvements to existing policies and procedures.
• Budgeting Support: Assist in preparation the annual budgets.
• Collaborative Support: Extend support to other team members as required, promoting a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: University or College graduate with a major in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related equivalent work experience. Full cycle accounting experience is greatly valued and considered an asset.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, demonstrating advanced expertise in MS Excel such as v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.
• Critical Attributes: Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, problem solver, and proactive in taking initiative.
• Organizational Excellence: Exhibit excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proximity: Ideally located within a reasonable commuting distance. From Niagara Falls

Why Work For Canadian Niagara Hotels?

No matter which business unit you join or where you begin your career, Canadian Niagara Hotels Group of Companies offers rewarding opportunities for growth. Offering more than 200 different career choices, we provide career training programs and opportunities developed by some of the world’s most valued brands among our 4 business segments – hotels, restaurants, specialty retail and entertainment/attractions. Our team members are empowered to deliver exceptional guest experiences while contributing to the continued success of our organization.

Benefits We Offer Our Associates:

• Comprehensive Health & Medical Coverage: Includes: Prescription Drugs, Dental Coverage, Life and AD&D, Paramedical and Extended Health Care, Out of Country Emergency Travel Insurance AND Assistance, among other benefits.
• Career Growth & Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development through cross training in various roles across multiple business properties.
• Associate Hotel and Dining Discounts: Enjoy Friends & Family hotel rooms and dining discounts at world renowned hotels, available only at properties operating under a brand name.
• Ontario Attractions Reciprocal Program: Enjoy access to exclusive free or discounted admissions to other member locations across Ontario.
• Convenient Parking - Complimentary or reduced-rate parking, based on the specific location.
• Easily Accessible By Public Transit: Several Niagara Region Transit stops within a short walking distance.

This is “Where Great Careers Happen” – Join a Team That Empowers You To Make A Difference, Deliver Results, And Grow Your Career. Take the Next Step In Building Your Career With Us!

Placement within the hiring range is based on skills, experience and accomplishments in comparable roles

We confirm that AI may be used in screening or assessing applicants at the application stage for more detailed consideration, and this position is an existing vacancy

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment by providing equal opportunity to candidates of all abilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.