Staff Accountant

Freedom CNG; Milton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Vision care

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Dental care

Job summary

A company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team in Halton Region, Milton. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and over 5 years of accounting experience. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, contributing to financial closes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Benefits include extended health care and life insurance in a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience in a corporate accounting environment with strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Legal and regulatory knowledge of applicable payroll accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries with appropriate documentation.
• Track capital projects and maintain fixed asset records.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA candidate or certification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

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We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjustments, ensuring entries are supported by appropriate documentation.
• Track capital projects and fixed asset additions; ensure proper capitalization timing.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes by preparing detailed schedules and financial reports, performing in-depth financial statement analysis and reconciling differences.
• Prepare supporting documentation and schedules and respond to auditor requests during audits.
• Assist in the filing of all required business returns and reporting (Tax, WC, Health).
• Support the preparation of financial statements and internal reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA candidate or certification is a plus.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience in a corporate accounting environment, with a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Legal and regulatory knowledge of applicable payroll accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software – NetSuite preferred.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong ethics and integrity in handling confidential financial information.

Benefits

• Extended health care
• Vision care
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental care

Freedom is firmly committed to providing a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace for all employees, customers, subcontractors and any person(s) who may be affected by the work of our company.

Employment details

• Job type: Full-time, Permanent
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Oil and Gas

We are committed to diversity at Freedom, to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and as an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Freedom does not discriminate against applicants based on genders, races, national and ethnic origins, religions, ages, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.