Staff Accountant

G&W Electric; Brampton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage financial records and support month-end and year-end processes. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA designation, and strong analytical skills. Join a leading company dedicated to innovation in electrical power grid solutions and enjoy comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous quarterly bonuses

Education tuition assistance

Wellness and gym reimbursement programs

Training and developmental opportunities

Fun social events

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Accounting/Finance.
• 3+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with large datasets and query writing software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare journal entries and conduct balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support financial audit and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Integrity

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

CPA designation or working towards

Tools

MS Office Suite

JD Edwards (preferred)

Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, conducting month-end and year-end closing processes, and performing balance sheet reconciliations. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining accurate financial statements and providing analytical support for decision-making.

As a Staff Accountant you will:

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts.
• Perform and maintain monthly balance sheet account reconciliations in a timely manner for most asset and liability accounts
• Correspond with other departments to ensure proper accounting for purchases and expenses.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Assist with the monthly financial close process, ensuring accurate financial statements delivered by day 2 of each month
• Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including preparing depreciation and addition/disposal journal entries, year-end roll forwards, and all other fixed asset reporting
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing and prepare related reports: Metrics and other reports, as assigned
• Support other accounting and finance team members, inventory management, cost accounting, accounts payable.
• Archive financial records
• Support year-end annual financial audit by managing due dates and preparing required financial and tax work papers
• Support the preparation of the annual budget and monthly financial forecasts
• Assist the Controller with additional projects and ad hoc analyses as needed
• Back up for the full AP cycle
• Prepare and file tax forms with government agencies

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a university degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
• CPA Designation, or working towards
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is required
• 5+ years' experience working within the Accounting/Finance Department
• 3+ years' experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate to expert Excel skills and exposure to working with large amounts of data
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate and high-quality work
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and communications skills
• Possess strong analytical, critical thinking and judgment skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the company.
• Knowledge and experience in ERP or MRP business system, with JD Edwards experience preferred
• Experience using query writing software/tools is considered an asset

What we offer you:

• Typical pay is $59,000.00 to $81,000.00 annually.
  
  Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.
  
  This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program
• G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Generous Quarterly Bonuses with RRSP Program
• Comprehensive Benefit Package including life insurance, health, dental, health care spending account, and paramedical services (paid by employer)
• Education Tuition Assistance
• Job Security
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Wellness and Gym Reimbursement Programs
• Training and Developmental Opportunities
• Continuous Performance Feedback
• Fun social events, holiday party, bowling nights.
• And many more...

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Canada Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodation in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration