General Accountant (PA76)

Pro Administration Services Inc; Surrey; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Administration Services Inc. is seeking a General Accountant/Senior Accountant in Surrey for a full-time, in-office role. You will manage journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance with Canadian accounting standards.

You will also handle invoicing, AR/AP, GST/EHT, and support internal controls, audits, and process improvements. The team expects strong Excel/ERP skills and a proactive, detail-oriented professional capable of working independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Solid experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end closing, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Perform bank reconciliations and reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Manage month-end closing and ensure timely completion.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, schedules and reports.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances and trends.
• Prepare GST returns, WorkSafeBC reporting, and EHT reconciliations.
• Provide backup for accounts payable and payment processing.
• Assist with year-end working papers and external audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Excel

PivotTables

Lookup functions

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

• Location: 204-15288 54A Avenue, Surrey, V3S 6T4
• Employment Type: Full-time, in-office
• Shifts: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

In the role of General Accountant / Senior Accountant, you will play an important role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries to maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Performing monthly bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and reconciling accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll liabilities.
• Managing month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Preparing monthly financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Monitoring and analyzing financial performance, identifying significant variances, trends, and unusual transactions, and providing recommendations for improvements.
• Preparing customer invoices, recording payments, reconciling customer accounts, and following up on outstanding receivables.
• Providing backup support for accounts payable functions, including invoice processing and EFT/cheque payments.
• Preparing GST returns, WorkSafeBC reporting, and Employer Health Tax (EHT) reconciliations and remittances.
• Ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting standards, applicable tax regulations, and company policies.
• Preparing year-end working papers and assisting with external audits.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting effective internal controls.
• Identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies and recommending improvements to accounting procedures and reporting processes.
• Contributing to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Assisting with accounting projects and other related duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and a detail-oriented approach. We are looking for a motivated professional who can work independently, take initiative in identifying accounting issues, and collaborate effectively within a team.

• A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a Canadian corporate accounting environment.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles and applicable tax regulations.
• Solid experience in general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end closing, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookup functions, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software and experience using ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

The following qualifications are considered assets:

• CPA designation or enrollment in the CPA program.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Experience with Excel Power Query or other financial reporting and automation tools.
• Experience working in a multi-entity accounting environment.