Sr Accountant

Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy solutions, Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure, seeks a Senior Accountant. This role involves preparing financial statements, conducting account analysis, and supporting payroll processing. Ideal candidates have a degree in Accounting and at least five years of experience, with proficiency in accounting software like Sage 100.

Benefits

Bonus plan

Family benefits

Excellent company culture

Career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in an accounting/bookkeeping role.
• Inherent understanding of debits and credits.
• Public accounting experience is a nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements for reporting requirements.
• Review and prepare monthly account analysis, including journal entries.
• Perform closing procedures and assist with accounts payable and receivable.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency with technology

Education

University or College degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation in Canada

Tools

Sage 100

QuickBooks

Word

Excel

Job description

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Job Description

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to be a part of a fast-paced company that is part of the climate change solution
• Bonus plan & Family benefits
• Hybrid working available
• Excellent company culture
• Career advancement
  
  

Company Overview:

Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure LLC (GSI) is a developer and independent power producer specializing in project development, engineering, procurement, construction management, and other corporate functions with respect to solar, wind and other renewable energy forms.

About the Opportunity:

If you would like to get a glimpse of what the world could look like for the next generation, join our team today. As one of North America’s renewable energy companies, you will be part of an energetic and ambitious team that takes pride in working together in a harmonious atmosphere. We are looking for positive individuals that can thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for various aspects of accounting and bookkeeping. GSI anticipates that the selected individual will be able to “hit the ground running”. This will come from past accounting experience, a strong understanding of deadlines, bookkeeping and financial concepts, and a strong desire for the team to be successful.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly financial statements for internal and lender compliance reporting requirements
• Review and prepare monthly account analysis, including journal entries
• Perform monthly closing procedures in Sage 100
• Review and prepare weekly cash flow projections
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable, as needed.
• Review and explain the budget to actual comparisons
• Participate in process control initiatives
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as required
• Preparation of work-in-progress reports with comparison to the budget
• Support and backup for payroll processing
• Other tasks as deemed necessary
  
  

Requirements:

• University or College degree in Accounting/Finance
• CPA designation in Canada is a “nice to have”
• Minimum five years of experience in an accounting/bookkeeping role
• Inherent understanding of debits and credits is essential
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency with technology
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplined team
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong initiative are key attributes
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and in writing
• Word and Excel expertise
• Sage 100 and QuickBooks hands-on experience would be an asset
• Public accounting experience is a “nice to have.”
  
  

Company Description

Our team is committed to developing utility-scale solar projects that meet the needs and specifications of each individual proposal. Our comprehensive solar strategy requires a thorough analysis of the various markets and programs available for development. We also work diligently to assess the needs of stakeholders while working to establish a long-term connection between our technology and the land. At Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure (GSI), we employ a diverse, dedicated and knowledgeable team of experts who rely on their extensive skills and innovative strategies to suit the specific needs of each project. With our proven track record in the solar industry, GSI is confident in our ability to develop, construct and operate large scale solar projects across the globe.

Our team is committed to developing utility-scale solar projects that meet the needs and specifications of each individual proposal. Our comprehensive solar strategy requires a thorough analysis of the various markets and programs available for development. We also work diligently to assess the needs of stakeholders while working to establish a long-term connection between our technology and the land. At Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure (GSI), we employ a diverse, dedicated and knowledgeable team of experts who rely on their extensive skills and innovative strategies to suit the specific needs of each project. With our proven track record in the solar industry, GSI is confident in our ability to develop, construct and operate large scale solar projects across the globe.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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