Junior Accountant

McBride Career Group Inc.; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing private business in Canada is seeking a Junior Accountant to manage essential accounting functions. Responsibilities include posting journal entries, maintaining general ledgers, processing invoices, and resolving discrepancies. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of accounting experience, proficiency in QuickBooks and Google Workspace, and strong organizational skills. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on financial integrity and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in an accounting role.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Gmail, Slides, Docs) is required.
• Experience in the construction industry would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for posting and reporting of journal entries, reconciling accounts.
• Post sales invoices and receive payments from customers.
• Investigate and resolve payment and billing discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor files and correspond with vendors.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Analytical and self-sufficient problem-solver

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in Business Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Google Workspace

Job description

Position Overview

The Integrity Group of Companies consists of six different business units, with the primary areas of focus including the construction of post frame buildings across Western Canada, supplying framing material packages to homebuilders in Calgary and area, as well as manufacturing. As a growing Western Canadian private business, Integrity Group of Companies has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Accounting professional to join our team. The Junior Accountant is responsible for the accounting functions of Integrity’s Daily tasks include, but are not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank & credit card reconciliations and posting Sales and Vendor Invoices. This position requires strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills as well as effective problem solving, prioritizing and time management skills.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for posting and reporting of journal entries, reconcile accounts including bank accounts and maintaining general ledgers
• Post sales invoices and receive payments from customers and posting them in Quick books.
• Investigate and resolve payment and billing discrepancies
• Post and reconcile customer payments to general ledgers
• Process invoices and issue payments
• Review and verify invoices and payment requests
• Sort, code and match invoices; reconcile invoices to supplier statements
• Prepare and process electronic transfers, payments and cheque runs
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Maintain vendor files, correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries
• Any other task as assigned by Controller

Education/Experience Requirements

• Minimum Experience: Two to three years experience in an accounting role.
• College Diploma or University Degree in Business Accounting, Finance or related field considered an asset
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks is asset.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Drive, Sheets, Gmail, Slides, Docs) is a must
• Experience in the construction industry would be considered an asset

Skills/Qualifications

• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
• Able to multi-task and meet deadlines while being accurate • Professional integrity and ability to handle highly sensitive information with confidentiality
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility and ‘can do’ attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical, self-sufficient problem-solver

To Apply

• Website: Integrity Built Careers
• Email: [e-mail]

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.