About this role
General Accountant role is in office, on-site.
*Responsibilities*
* Assist with month-end closing by preparing reconciliations and ensuring completeness of general ledger accounts, and posting of journal entries, adjusting entries or accruals as needed. * Perform account analysis and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy via preparation of correcting journal entries as necessary. * Perform bank reconciliations to General Ledger, investigate and resolve discrepancies and assist with cash management activities as required * Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules. * Prepare and submit HST, sales tax returns and other regulatory tax filings. * Analyze PST exempt and discount transactions, and identify and follow up discrepancies with Director of Retail Sales and Operations. * Assist by providing financial analyses, preparing schedules and researching responses to queries as required for external audits, internal audits and government audits as they arise * Process accounts payable invoices and credit card expenses, including coding, matching and payment of vendors. * Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports for accuracy and compliance with company policies. * Provide outstanding service to internal departments, stores and Company employees with a sense of urgency and responsiveness and a high level of attention to detail in investigating and replying to information requests * Recommend improvements to Finance practices and systems to improve efficiency and productivity * Participate in special projects and ad hoc duties as required.
*Position Requirements*
* 2+ years proven experience in a similar accounting role working in a small-to-medium size entrepreneurial business focusing on account reconciliations, general ledger accuracy, and full cycle accounts payable processing. * Equivalent of post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting, business or finance-oriented field of study with a knowledge of accrual accounting, general accounting and financial analysis * Proficient computer skills with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and V-lookups; knowledge of macros is an asset * Fluent English written and verbal communication skills essential * Quick learner with ability to solve problems, use critical thinking and apply sound judgment in resolving problems and escalating to senior management when necessary * Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team player with Finance, management and retail staff * High degree of discretion and confidentiality with mature judgment and integrity critical in safeguarding sensitive information * Demonstrated high degree of work organization and attention to detail * Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently or as a team player * Demonstrates a sense of ownership and responsibility in task completion and follow up of commitments * Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, transition between tasks and flexible to adapt quickly to changing priorities while working under pressure and within time constraints to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Hard working, positive, can-do attitude with ability to accept and learn from feedback * Excellent attendance and punctuality with a strong work ethic, conscientiousness, and reliability * Ability to follow directions and comply with work instructions and health and safety standards to maintain a safe work environment. * Previous retail experience is an asset
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits: * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate: * Concord, ON L4K 2A1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education: * Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person