Job Description
The Accountant will be responsible for supporting month-end and quarter-end close processes, preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, managing inventory processes, and assisting in audits.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparation of all month-end and quarter-close activities including trial balance review, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, financial statements, and balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Act as liaison by coordinating accounting matters between divisional associates and department managers.
- Prepare financial reports such as Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable reconciliation, sub-ledgers, expense analysis, cash balance reporting, bank reconciliations, and depreciation records.
- Record transactions to journals and general ledger including accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, intercompany entries, and daily sales transactions.
- Manage the inventory process by tracking inventory movements, investigating variances, reconciling stock to the general ledger, and participating in physical and cycle counts.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline operations and manage costs; provide recommendations to the Controller.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial procedures.
- Assist in preparation of audit files for internal/external auditors and government bodies.
- Generate ad hoc accounting reports as required.
- Develop and maintain documentation such as desktop procedures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Experience
- Minimum 1–2 years of general accounting experience.
- Experience working with an ERP system, preferably Sage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills and good Word skills.
Skills
- Solid knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Assertive and comfortable communicating with different stakeholders.
- Strong ability to meet deadlines and deliver accurate results.
- Self-starter with minimal supervision and strong team orientation.
- Customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with strict attention to detail.
Qualification And Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a finance-related field.
- Working towards a CPA designation is an asset.