Saloncentric Canada - Accountant

L'OREAL GROUP; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major beauty products distributor in Peel Region, Mississauga, is seeking an experienced Accountant. This role is crucial for maintaining financial records, focusing on bank reconciliations while supporting other accounting functions. Candidates must have a CPA designation and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with strong Excel skills and three years of relevant experience. The company promotes inclusivity and growth within the beauty community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting role preferably in an audit firm.
• Experience in preparing journal entries and conducting bank reconciliations.
• Ability to assist with preparing financial statements and management reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and currencies.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding items.
• Assist with month-end close procedures and account reconciliations.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Active Certified Public Accountant CPA-CA designation

Tools

Sage 500 accounting software

Job description

Accountant

SalonCentric is the premier national distributor of salon professional products in the U.S. Created by L'Oréal USA in 2008, with 585 SalonCentric stores and 260 State RDA stores in the US. Today, SalonCentric is expanding in Canada, with its first presence in Ontario (2023), British Columbia (2024), and Quebec (2025).

Our vision is to inspire the Beauty Community to make the world a more colourful place. We are committed to developing an atmosphere where every member of our Beauty Community feels included, valued, and empowered, and where we can all share, learn, grow, and thrive. We do this by supporting social, environmental, and economic causes that support the entire professional beauty industry and our Beauty Community.

As an Accountant reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records by focusing primarily on bank reconciliations while also providing support in other key accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities:

-Bank Reconciliation Focus:

oPerform bank reconciliations for multiple accounts and currencies

oInvestigate and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding items in a timely manner

oPrepare and post journal entries related to bank reconciliations

oMaintain accurate and organized records of all reconciliation activities

- General Accounting Support:

oAssist with month-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

oProvide support in preparing financial statements and management reports

oAssist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks as needed

oCollaborate effectively with other team members to ensure smooth accounting operations

Qualifications:

-Active Certified Public Accountant CPA-CA designation

-Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

-Minimum of 3 years of experience in an accounting role preferably in audit firm.

-Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)

-Asset Hands-on experience with Sage 500 accounting software

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

-Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

-Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment