Junior Accountant

Hughes Decorr; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughes Decorr, based in the Greater Toronto Area, is seeking a Junior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, AP/AR, and reconciliations. You will assist with month-end close and reporting, maintain ledgers, and ensure internal controls compliance.

You will work with a collaborative finance team to improve processes, maintain data accuracy, and contribute to timely reporting in a fast-paced manufacturing/retail logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of accounting principles, including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems, as well as MS Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, basic data analysis).
• Solid numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Well-developed organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Record journal entries, process accounts payable and accounts receivable, and assist with bank and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports, maintain accurate ledgers, and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, organizing financial documentation, and responding to routine inquiries from internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Collaborate with the finance team to improve processes and maintain data accuracy.

Skills

Accounting principles

General ledger

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Communication

Time management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA progress is an asset

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description

Hughes Decorr, part of the Planet Group of Companies, specializes in delivering efficient manufacturing solutions for retail design, point-of-purchase (POP) displays, packaging, and logistics. The company combines award-winning creative teams, cutting-edge design, and advanced facilities to drive effective shopper engagement and strong category performance. Hughes Decorr focuses on POP displays tailored to specific retail environments, ensuring purposeful designs that connect with target audiences and brand messages. Its design experts collaborate closely with client marketing teams to align with brand strategy, integrating science, art, and engineering in innovative display solutions. Through a proven proprietary process, Hughes Decorr consistently drives shopper conversion, incremental sales, and strong value for clients.

Role Description

The Junior Accountant role is a full-time, on-site position based in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations, including recording journal entries, processing accounts payable and accounts receivable, and assisting with bank and account reconciliations. The Junior Accountant will help prepare financial reports, maintain accurate ledgers, and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies. Responsibilities also include supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, organizing financial documentation, and responding to routine inquiries from internal stakeholders and external partners. The person in this role will collaborate with the finance team to improve processes, maintain data accuracy, and contribute to timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of accounting principles, including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems, as well as MS Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, basic data analysis).
• Solid numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Well-developed organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Relevant education such as a diploma or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progress toward a professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA) is an asset.
• Prior co-op or internship experience in accounting or finance, ideally in manufacturing, retail, or logistics, is beneficial.