JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario; Surrey; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiting in Motion is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant for a Surrey, BC-based manufacturing and building products company. You will support daily accounting operations and help ensure timely financial reporting, working with the Controller and senior staff.

The ideal candidate has about 3 years of accounting experience, is proficient in QuickBooks Desktop and Excel, and familiar with payroll, AP/AR, and reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Accounting or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting support to Controller and senior staff.
• Process payroll and remittances.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close and financial analysis.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain records.
• Assist GST and WCB filings and related documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

English communication

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Recruiting in Motion is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Junior Accountant on behalf of a well-established company in the manufacturing and building products industry, located in Surrey, BC.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with approximately 3 years of accounting and administrative experience who is comfortable handling a variety of accounting functions.

Working closely with the Controller and other senior team members, the successful candidate will support daily accounting operations and help ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop, Microsoft Excel, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing. Experience in a manufacturing, lumber, or related industry would be considered an asset.

All applicants must have legal permission to work in Canada and require a valid Work Permit and Social Insurance Number.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing administrative and accounting support to the Controller, Operations Manager, and other senior staff.
• Process payroll and manage related payroll remittances.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities and financial analysis.
• Perform account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Complete bank reconciliations for multiple companies.
• Assist with GST and WorkSafeBC (WCB) filings and related documentation.
• Maintain organized accounting records and ensure accuracy of financial information.
• Support other general accounting and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop; experience with similar accounting software will also be considered.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Knowledge of payroll processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the accounting and operations teams.
• Experience in the manufacturing, lumber, or building materials industry would be an asset.

Additional Details

• Position: Temporary Junior Accountant
• Location: Surrey, BC
• Duration: November 23, 2026 – February 28, 2027
• Compensation: $21.00 – $25.00 per hour
• Schedule: Day shift; exact hours to be confirmed
• Credit Check: Required as part of the hiring process