General Accountant

The General Accountant ensures compliance with accounting standards and company policies in their primary areas of responsibility, which are intercompany transactions, general journal entries and reconciliations, fixed assets accounting, and cash management.

Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of municipal, provincial, and federal statutes related to general accounting operations
Experience with and knowledge of accounting best practices, controls, documentation, and procedures
Ability to perform effectively under pressure and time constraints
Analytical skills to recommend process improvements
Ability to work independently and as a team player
Professional written and oral communication and presentation skills
Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
High level of proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office, Accounting, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

Education & Experience

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum three (3) years’ accounting experience in the commercial/institutional construction industry
Valid driver’s license

Functional Responsibilities

Balance intercompany AR and AP accounts, prepare payments for intercompany AP, process charge-back transactions amongst related companies as required, and determine ownership of expenses amongst related companies
Prepare monthly building rent invoices, issue rent payments from related companies, and deposit and post receipt of rent payments from unrelated companies
Prepare and post monthly rent invoices and expenses for assets (ie: furniture)
Maintain recurring journal entries (including prepaids) and reconcile GL accounts
Reconcile balance sheet accounts
Reconcile AR and AP subledgers to GL accounts
Prepare and post GST returns and payments or receivables for related companies
Prepare and post provincial and federal corporate tax installments and annual payments
Perform GL month-end close checks, reviewing for outstanding issues and clearing batches as required
Maintain capital asset registers and record acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation monthly
Verify and process overhead expense invoices and project-related invoices for payment
Prepare EFT and cheque payments to vendors, subcontractors, and internal partners
Maintain corporate credit card accounts, order new and replacement credit cards as required, balance credit limit requirements, and process credit card statements for payment
Prepare bank deposits and reconcile bank accounts
Assist in preparation and compilation of annual operating budget
Secure all necessary approvals and ensure processes and procedures are followed
Maintain compliance with accounting standards and company policies
Assist with internal and external audit requirements
Support Accounting Manager during month-end and year-end closes as required
Responsible for training on new processes and computer systems
Assist with the development of reports in the ERP system
Other administrative duties as required

Working Conditions

Office atmosphere
Manual dexterity required to operate computer and peripherals
Periodic driving of a company vehicle

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $67,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site gym
On-site parking
Profit sharing
RRSP match
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Accounting: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person