Job Description
General Accountant | Concord - (3 days in office | 2 days work from home)Compensation: $Competitive + 7% bonus + 3 weeks vacation + full benefits + RSP match + onsite parkingROLEThe General Accountant is an integral part of the organizations dynamic and committed Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the General Accountant supports a wide range of accounting functions including data analysis in a fast-paced environment.RESPONSIBILITIESPrepare and post journal entries for revenue, expenses, and balance sheet itemsReconcile general ledger accounts, including bank transactions and intercompany accountsPreparation and analysis of monthly revenue and expense accruals and accrual reversal journal entriesMaintain subsidiary ledgers and prepare supporting schedulesVerify and process accounts payable and receivable transactionsEnsure proper filing, record keeping, and compliance with internal controlsMonitor inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS); produce regular reports and analysisPrepare and maintain prepaid assets schedules and amortizationReconcile Fixed Assets detail in Business central, record depreciation journal entries and Prepare depreciation schedulesAssist with payroll-related accounting and month-end accrualsDaily/monthly banking transactions that include account transfers, daily bank deposits and reconciliations of various bank accountsHelp manage data in accounting platforms (Dynamics 365 Business central, Microsoft Dynamic GP, Cogsdale, NorthStar, Power BI and Jet reports)Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholdersSupport the finance team with audits, year-end prep, and ad hoc reportingParticipate in the development and implementation of accounting procedures and systems to improve efficiency and accuracyProvide operational support on accounting and finance matters to other departmental teamsAll other duties as assigned to meet Company objectives.REQUIREMENTSUniversity Degree in Accounting/Finance required, and preferably working towards CPA designation.3+ years of relevant accounting experienceSolid knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS) and month-end processesDetail-oriented mindset and a knack for spotting discrepanciesComfortable juggling multiple tasks and meeting deadlinesStrong communication skills and the ability to work independentlyPrevious experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP and Dynamics 365 Business central, an asset.Advanced skills in MS ExcelKnowledge of the full accounting cycle coupled with practical experience.Strong analytical skills with an ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and customers.Highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to meet required deadlines.Strong work ethic.
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