General Accountant (PA77)

Pro Administration Services Inc; Surrey; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Administration Services Inc. is seeking a General Accountant / Senior Accountant in Surrey to maintain accurate financial records and lead month-end close.

You will prepare journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statements while monitoring performance and advising on improvements. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a Canadian corporate setting, strong Excel skills, and proficiency with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in a Canadian corporate environment.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Solid experience in general ledger, reconciliations, month-end closing, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries.
• Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and AR/AP/payroll liabilities.
• Manage month-end close and produce monthly financial statements and reports.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances and trends, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare customer invoices, record payments, reconcile customer accounts, and follow up on receivables.
• Provide backup for accounts payable including invoice processing and payments.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

ERP systems

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.

If you are an experienced accounting professional looking to take ownership of key accounting responsibilities and contribute to improvements in financial reporting and accounting processes, we encourage you to apply.