Junior Accountant jobs in Canada

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Door Systems is seeking candidates for an experienced Junior Accountant to join our Western Canada head office team, based in Abbotsford, BC. If you are looking for a satisfying role that will allow you to demonstrate all of your skills, this might be the opportunity for you! We are only as strong as the team of people around us. We recognize that our employees are the cornerstone of our business and make everything possible.

This role is also involved with accounts receivable processes and some accounts payable functions. All responsibilities must be carried out in accordance with Door Systems Accounting Standards, Internal Control Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

• Month-end reporting including financials, bank reconciliation, general ledger reconciliation, general journal and adjusting entries gaining practical insight into financial reporting
• Understanding of B.C. P.S.T. & G.S.T. rules and application
• Assist with fixed assets, depreciation and amortization scheduling
• Assist with financial statements and working papers
• Perform day-to-day collection activities by phone and email to ensure the timely collection of all accounts, which may include escalating delinquent accounts and assist with resolving the issue.
• Assisting with set up of new customers, ensuring that all changes to Masterfile data are properly documented, approved and verified in accordance with company policies.
• Apply customer payments accurately in Sage300 and maintain up-to‑date AR records.
• Learn and assist in administering full-cycle accounts payable from purchase order receipt to invoice entry to payment processing
• Prepare Intercompany invoicing
• Responds to requests from operations by working closely with branch administrators and sales representatives.
• Promotes the company’s operational visions, values, and goals
• Participation in training or other team activities to support ongoing continuous improvement
• Collaborates with the accounting team members to maintain company financial health
• Assist in preparing on-demand reports and supporting documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller or his/her designate

• Minimum 2 - 4 years demonstrated experience in a full cycle accounting role
• 1-2 years of accounts receivable experience
• Formal post-secondary training in accounting and demonstrable knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel
• Strong knowledge of accounting software, experience with Sage 300 is preferred
• General understanding of internal controls as well the use of compensating controls
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals and technical procedures
• Previous experience in a construction or services accounting environment is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Hybrid working schedule available after initial training period
• Monday – Friday, 8am-4:30pm
• Flexible to work on the weekends or holidays, if needed

• Competitive base salary
• Competitive and comprehensive benefit package
• Ongoing training
• Positive work environment

Join us in opening doors of the future! Our extraordinary people and their expertise, in each of our local offices, are dedicated to providing world‑class products, services and support as our commitment to our customers.

We pride ourselves on our excellent company culture, our very clean and safe working environment, and our commitment to continue being an equal opportunity company and hiring a diverse work team.

To apply please send your resume directly to hrcanada@doorsystems.com

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.