Junior Accountant

Anderson Air; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier aircraft management company in Canada is seeking a Junior Accountant to provide support to the accounting team and assist in daily financial operations. The role focuses on general accounting tasks such as invoicing, reconciliations, and financial reporting while offering an opportunity for growth in a client-focused environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, along with 1+ years of accounting experience. Competitive benefits include an annual bonus and extended health coverage.

Benefits

Annual bonus program

Immediate extended Health and Dental benefits

RRSP matching program

3 weeks’ vacation

Qualifications

• 1+ years of accounting experience.
• Expert knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience in AR and project/job costing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting transactions, including data entry and journal entries.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, math, or related field

Tools

Sage 50

Simply Accounting

Job description

Who We Are

Anderson Air is a premier full-service aircraft management company, providing executive charter services for our owners. We are committed to delivering exceptional service, uncompromising safety standards, and unforgettable experiences to our valued customers. Our team has been on a growth track over the last year, adding to our fleet and experiencing growth in revenue and headcount.

We pride ourselves on having earned the quality experience and excellent safety record that gives our clients tremendous confidence and security in choosing us. Our acute attention to detail, combined with our preeminent level of commitment to providing the highest level of service, is what sets us apart. We promote a culture of safety, teamwork, communication, respect, and accountability and are committed to transparency and empowerment so that our people can do their best work while providing exceptional service to our clients.

The Role

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join our dynamic team, with a strong focus on general accounting support and day-to-day financial operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn and grow within a fast-paced, client-focused environment while building a solid foundation in accounting practices.

In this on-site position, you’ll work closely with the accounting team, supporting core accounting functions such as invoicing, reconciliations, data entry, and financial reporting. If you are a detail-oriented individual eager to develop your accounting skills and thrive in a supportive, collaborative culture, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the individual will provide support to the accounting team to meet operational and reporting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting Support:

• Assist with daily accounting transactions, including data entry and journal entries.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

Accounts Receivable

• Assist with issuing invoices for flights, maintenance work orders, and other services.
• Support collections and follow up on outstanding balances as needed.
• Help prepare AR reports and assist with reconciling discrepancies.

Accounts Payable & Reconciliations

• Assist with processing vendor invoices and expense reports.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts, including multi-currency transactions.
• Validate financial transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports for managed aircraft and operations.
• Support variance analysis and reporting under the guidance of senior team members.

Operational Support

• Assist with tracking fuel costs and other operational expenses.
• Prepare basic weekly and monthly cost summaries.
• Provide support with ad-hoc accounting and administrative tasks as required.

• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• 1+ years of accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, math, or a related field
• Expert knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience in AR and project/job costing is highly.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Working knowledge of Sage 50 or Simply Accounting preferred
• Self-motivated with a desire to continually learn and grow
• Eligible status to work in Canada

Benefits

• Annual bonus program
• Immediate extended Health and Dental benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
• RRSP matching program
• 3 weeks’ vacation

We welcome all applicants regardless of race, gender, orientation, sexual identity, economic class, ability, disability, age, religious beliefs or disbeliefs, or status. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make our company succeed. Apply today and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.