Intermediate Accountant

Reliablelogistics; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Reliable Logistics as an Intermediate Accountant, where you will ensure accurate financial records and help optimize accounting processes. This role includes responsibilities like posting vendor bills, month-end reconciliations, and maintaining vendor relations, all within a dynamic logistics environment. Benefit from a career in a growing company that values safety and employee well-being, offering medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family

Opportunity to build a career with a growing company

Safe working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in intercompany accounting is highly sought after.
• Logistics or transportation experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Post vendor bills into accounting software and manage operational SOPs.
• Record customer payments and promote continual process improvements.
• Assist with month-end reconciliations and work with Finance Manager.

Skills

Accuracy

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Customer Focus

Drive for Results

Teamwork

Education

College or University degree in Business, Accounting preferred

CPA preferred or working towards designation

Minimum 2-5 years of accounting experience

Logistics or transportation experience

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

FUNCTIONAL SUMMARY:

The Intermediate Accountant ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Maintains financial records; ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded; analyzes current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses; prepares balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Post large volume of vendor bills into accounting software
• Aid in preparing operational SOPs for accounts payable and other functional areas
• Update TMS software with vendor invoice data
• Review TMS at month end
• Record customer payments
• Send out periodic customer statements and follow up on arrears
• Promote continual process improvements
• Maintain historical records by filing documents
• Other duties may be assigned from time to time
• Post and reconcile credit card transactions as needed
• Develop and maintain good vendor relations and be proactive with conflict resolution
• Assist and lead AR and the collections process by following up with customers
• Assist with month-end reconciliations and reports
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

MENTAL EFFORT:

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands
• Mental and visual concentration
• Listening and mental attentiveness

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Ability to sit and concentrate on computer for long periods

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment

TYPE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Direct supervision and guidance from Finance Manager

TYPE OF SUPERVISION AND/OR ASSISTANCE GIVEN:

• May be required to supervise, train, and review work of subordinate or new hires

SKILLS:

• Accuracy – Ensures data presented is free from error
• Attention to Detail – Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information for accuracy and plans and organizes time and resources efficiently
• Time Management – Prioritizes tasks according to their relative importance. Completes high-priority work within required timelines. Does not become flustered by deadlines and timelines
• Communication – Demonstrates excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Creates an atmosphere in which timely and accurate information flows smoothly up and down, inside and outside
• Customer Focus – Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions, developing and sustaining productive customer relationships
• Drive for Results – Demonstrates concern for achieving or surpassing results. Proactively seeks out other areas to learn and assist with other tasks
• Teamwork – Works effectively as part of a team to meet goals

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• College or University degree in Business, Accounting preferred
• CPA preferred or working towards designation
• Minimum 2-5 years of accounting experience with at least 1-year intercompany accounting experience
• Logistics or transportation experience is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite

ABOUT RELIABLE LOGISTICS?

Reliable Logistics is a solutions-based organization designed to help retailers, e-tailers, and consolidators optimize their logistics on a global scale. Predominately focused on e-commerce logistics intra-Canada, inbound Canada, and outbound Canada, Reliable Logistics provides an end-to-end solution including trucking (LTL/FTL), customs, fulfillment, and parcel shipping. We have a proven track record of servicing clients for over 20 years working successfully with enterprises of all sizes including Fortune 500 companies. We are growing and looking for someone who is ready to grow with us. Confidence in our people is the basis of our drive and dedication to our customers.

WHY JOIN US?

• Opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team [e-mail]