Title
General Accountant
Summary
As an integral member of the Finance Team, the Accountant will assist with the full accounting cycle, ensuring application of sound accounting principals/practices. If you enjoy a working in a fast-paced environment and enjoy a challenge, then this may be the opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
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Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and supporting financial information
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Prepare daily journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations
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Prepare and analyze monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements and management reports accurately and in a timely manner
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Prepare variance analysis to budget and forecast
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Reconcile all corporate banking transactions
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Complete monthly cash flow analysis
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Perform daily routines and month end procedures
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Manage the accounting for inventory, accounts receivable and payables
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Respond to various queries and requests from external/internal auditors
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Maintain overall responsibility for accounts payable, receivable and payroll
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Ensure GAAP are being adhered to appropriately
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and supporting financial information
Prepare daily journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations
Prepare and analyze monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements and management reports accurately and in a timely manner
Prepare variance analysis to budget and forecast
Reconcile all corporate banking transactions
Complete monthly cash flow analysis
Perform daily routines and month end procedures
Manage the accounting for inventory, accounts receivable and payables
Respond to various queries and requests from external/internal auditors
Maintain overall responsibility for accounts payable, receivable and payroll
Ensure GAAP are being adhered to appropriately
Qualifications
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Post secondary education or equivalent coupled with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
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Professional Accounting Designation (CGA or CMA), or significant progress toward obtainment of designation
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Strong Canadian GAAP knowledge and financial statement disclosure
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Advanced working knowledge of Excel and strong database skills
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Strong financial acumen and analytical agility
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Detail oriented, organized and able to meet tight deadlines
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Self-motivated, results driven, prefers to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment
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Proven prioritization, time management and project management skills
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Effective written and interpersonal communication skills
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build lasting relationships
Post secondary education or equivalent coupled with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
Professional Accounting Designation (CGA or CMA), or significant progress toward obtainment of designation
Strong Canadian GAAP knowledge and financial statement disclosure
Advanced working knowledge of Excel and strong database skills
Strong financial acumen and analytical agility
Detail oriented, organized and able to meet tight deadlines
Self-motivated, results driven, prefers to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Proven prioritization, time management and project management skills
Effective written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build lasting relationships
