General Accountant

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development firm in Vaughan is seeking an Accounting Support professional to assist in the financial cycle of various projects. The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience, strong proficiency in financial systems, and good communication skills. This role offers a supportive work environment with competitive remuneration and the possibility of overtime.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of basic accounting required.
• Real Estate industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Accountants for the full accounting cycle.
• Enter accounting transactions and prepare bank deposits.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.

Skills

Proficient with financial systems

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong Excel skills

Mathematical ability

Team player

Education

Completion of College or University courses

Job description

About us

For over forty years, DG Group has been a leader in planning and developing properties in a sustainable manner. In recognizing the link between creating progressive communities and nurturing a healthy environment, we have helped develop vibrant living places across Southern Ontario for future generations. Through continual innovation and constant collaboration, we remain committed to our original philosophical goal in bringing life to land.

Position Summary

Perform day-to-day accounting support for real estate development projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Accountants for full accounting cycle for a portfolio of land development projects;
• Enter accounting transactions for payables, receivables, bank transactions, journal entries, lot sales and letters of credit;
• Prepare bank deposits and monthly payments, and process remote cheque deposits;
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations;
• Prepare and file government remittances;
• Maintain schedules to track project term deposits and term CORRA;
• Prepare monthly bank reporting packages;
• Ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures and internal controls;
• Respond to ad hoc inquiries as required;
• Ensure and enforce compliance to all company and legislated Safety policies and procedures;
• Any additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
  

Key Competencies

• Proficient with financial systems, processes and technology;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Organizational & planning skills;
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel;
• Strong mathematical ability;
• Team player;
• Confidentiality;
• Reliability;
• Initiative;
• Stress tolerance due to fluctuations in workload – sometimes requiring overtime hours.

Education and Experience

• Completion of College, University or other business administration courses required;
• 1 -3 years relevant experience;
• Knowledge of basic accounting required;
• Real Estate industry experience preferred.

Working Conditions

• Typical office hours: Monday to Friday – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Additional hours may be required;
• Light to infrequently moderate physical effort. Requires handling of light and moderate weight objects including office equipment and other office supplies and, frequently, sitting for prolonged periods of time while using the telephone and computer.

Great environment to work in. We offer competitive remuneration and benefits.

Apply Now: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you. While we ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities, please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Company is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Company is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.