Junior Accountant

Colonial Group; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Mississauga, Canada is seeking an accounting professional to support month-end close for multiple entities. You will prepare journal entries, adjust ledgers, and work with the Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role requires 1–3 years of accounting experience, a post-secondary accounting credential, and strong Excel. CPA candidate is an asset, with GST/HST and QST knowledge; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting.
• CPA candidate (PEP in progress) is an asset.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, ideally in a multi‑entity environment.
• Working knowledge of GST/HST and QST.
• French language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned month-end close tasks for all Remco Group companies.
• Prepare journal entries and adjusting entries for Controller approval.
• Review the monthly general ledger and perform account analysis.
• Reconcile AR and AP subledgers to the general ledger.
• Prepare GST/HST and QST returns for Controller review and filing.
• Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly internal financial statements.
• Prepare year-end working papers and schedules for external review.
• Provide backup support to AP/AR and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Excel

GST/HST knowledge

French (asset)

Education

Post-secondary accounting diploma/degree

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete assigned month-end close tasks for all Remco Group companies within the close calendar deadlines.
• Prepare journal entries and adjusting entries with supporting documentation, for Controller approval before posting.
• Review the monthly general ledger and perform account analysis, following up with departments on discrepancies.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable and accounts payable subledgers to the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for all CAD and USD accounts and revalue USD balances.
• Reconcile intercompany balances across Remco Group companies to support the combined financial statements.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts to lead sheets, including fixed asset continuity schedules.
• Prepare GST/HST and QST returns and other recurring government filings for Controller review and approval before filing.
• Prepare monthly accounts receivable and accounts payable listings and borrowing base support for bank reporting.
• Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly internal financial statements for the Remco Group.
• Prepare year-end working papers and schedules for the external review engagement.
• Prepare weekly reports for the Controller as assigned.
• Provide backup support to the AP and AR teams, including collections’ follow-up. Does not approve or release payments.
• Respond to internal inquiries regarding general ledger postings.
• Maintain accounting files and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) on a regular basis.
• Crosstrain with team members to support coverage.
• Other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Post‑secondary diploma or degree in accounting is required.
• CPA candidate (PEP in progress) is an asset.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, ideally in a multi‑entity environment.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP) and experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Working knowledge of GST/HST and QST.
• French is an asset.

Additional Information:

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