Senior Accountant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

North Star Windows & Doors is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Canada. This role focuses on month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, inventory analysis, budgeting, and related accounting activities.

The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, able to work independently and collaboratively, and eager to grow within the organization. CPA is preferred or actively pursued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing a CPA designation.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and management at various levels.
• Strong English reading and writing skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Sage 300 is considered an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, particularly during month-end close.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, dependable, and willing to learn.
• Strong sense of ownership and commitment to accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process, including preparing and reviewing required accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare adjusting journal entries and complete account reconciliations to ensure financial information is accurate and complete.
• Reconcile daily bank transactions and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Track capital expenditures and maintain fixed asset records and administration.
• Prepare and analyze inventory reports, identifying trends, variances, and potential issues.
• Import and reconcile daily sales and accounts receivable (AR) information.
• Perform cost centre analysis and prepare ad-hoc financial reports as required.
• Support the annual budgeting process, including data preparation and analysis.
• Complete intercompany reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support the Accounts Payable team with general ledger account coding and purchase order review.
• Assist with other accounting, reporting, and financial analysis activities as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

English proficiency

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation or actively pursuing

Tools

Sage 300

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at http://cornerstonebuildingbrands.com .

North Star Windows & Doors is a growing company in the building products industry backed by Cornerstone Building Brands, providing us with stability and strength in the North American market. Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of vinyl windows in North America with brands you’ve come to know and trust. We have endless building product options from standard to specialty to customized to whatever you’re looking for. But it’s our service capabilities that sets us apart.

Job Description

North Star Windows & Doors is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to join our team. This role will play an important part in the month-end close process, financial reporting, reconciliations, inventory analysis, budgeting, and other accounting activities.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with various teams across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to continue developing their skills and grow within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process, including preparing and reviewing required accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare adjusting journal entries and complete account reconciliations to ensure financial information is accurate and complete.
• Reconcile daily bank transactions and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Track capital expenditures and maintain fixed asset records and administration.
• Prepare and analyze inventory reports, identifying trends, variances, and potential issues.
• Import and reconcile daily sales and accounts receivable (AR) information.
• Perform cost centre analysis and prepare ad-hoc financial reports as required.
• Support the annual budgeting process, including data preparation and analysis.
• Complete intercompany reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support the Accounts Payable team with general ledger account coding and purchase order review.
• Assist with other accounting, reporting, and financial analysis activities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing a CPA designation.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and management at various levels.
• Strong English reading and writing skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Sage 300 is considered an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, particularly during month-end close.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, dependable, and willing to learn.
• Strong sense of ownership and commitment to accuracy and quality.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work and brings a strong combination of accounting knowledge, analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. You are someone who takes initiative, enjoys learning, and can effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 annually. Placement within the range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications relative to the requirements of the role. Candidates who meet the core requirements can generally expect to be placed closer to the midpoint of the range, while those with significant relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the range.

This role is an existing opening.

North Star is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

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