Senior Accountant

Job Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the preparation of consolidated financial statements, internal management reporting, Canadian and U.S tax filings, supporting various month end activities and supporting the Accounting Manager. Strong organizational and communication skills is needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of consolidated financial statements including income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows.
• Preparation of internal management reports and analysis including actual to budget, variance analyses, etc.
• Manage and own the chart of accounts of various entities and subsidiaries
• Lead the month end close calls and assist in the month, quarter and year-end and the preparation of financial statements and related schedules.
• Preparation of bank reconciliations ensuring all payments and deposits to our bank accounts are kept up to date.
• Ensuring Canadian and U.S sales taxes and other regulatory filings get filed in a timely manner.
• Creating financial and other reports.
• Perform month end balance sheet reconciliations including but not limited to IFRS 16 lease schedules, capital assets, prepaids, loan schedules, accruals etc.
• Preparation of journal entries and ensuring all necessary documentation and support is maintained.
• Identify discrepancies and reconcile by collecting and analyzing data.
• Assist with and act as a back up for the accounts receivable specialist with day-to-day invoicing, credit notes, rebates and other customer related activities.
• Ability to collaborate with different departments within the Company and external accountants as needed.
• Providing guidance to accounts payable and other teams in terms of postings and coding
• Assist the Accounting Manager in identifying, developing and implementing improved accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as required.

Technical Skills

• Strong Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, word etc).
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Business Central).
• Experience with various accounting processes mainly in financial statement preparation, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger and Bank reconciliations.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• CPA designation or completion of CFE
• Diploma or university degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Program or relevant work experience.
• Min. 3 years of work experience in an accounting department with full cycle accounting.

Core Competencies

• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with different teams and departments.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective team player with the ability to solve problems and ensure the set targets are achieved.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program
• RRSP Plan
• The successful candidate should be able to commute to Mississauga office two days per week and should be able to productively work from home