Junior Accountant

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to assist with a range of accounting tasks, including preparing and compiling the monthly financial scorecard, recording journal entries, analyzing budget variances, and providing insights on month-end matters. Additional responsibilities include reconciling balance sheet accounts and preparing audit documentation at year-end. This role will also support the annual budgeting process and take on special projects as needed.

If you see yourself in this role and want to learn more about this opportunity then please apply to this job posting and reach out directly to matthew.colletti@randstad.ca with your most updated resume, the job postingâs reference number, and a brief synopsis of why you feel you would be a great fit for the role.

Advantages
Full Time
Permanent
Stoney Creek
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
58K-61K / Year

Responsibilities
Record and input journal entries while applying thorough review and examination procedures.
Contribute to the drafting and preparation of financial statements.
Reconcile general ledger accounts throughout and after the month-end close, and compile month-end financial reports and analyses.
Create and review monthly financial scorecards, identifying key trends and performance insights.
Collaborate with accounting team members to examine budget variances, resolve discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions where needed.
Assist in the budgeting process by preparing and analyzing data required for budget planning and development.
Support the coordination and execution of annual audits by organizing documentation, including invoices and other financial records.
Verify the accuracy of sales tax on purchases and sales to ensure compliance with regulations.
Oversee the input and management of accounts payable, including investigating and resolving variances across multiple locations.
Assist in developing and refining internal controls and accounting processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Manage daily bank deposit scanning, ensuring all transactions are promptly and accurately entered into the system.
Utilize the Mincron system to run and evaluate queries supporting inventory control analysis and reporting.
Generate various reports and spreadsheets as needed for financial analysis and decision-making.
Participate in planning and conducting physical inventory counts.
Support and comply with the companyâs Health and Safety Program by completing necessary training and following safety guidelines.
Take on other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or College diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
At least 18 months of experience working in an accounting setting.
A combination of relevant education and hands-on experience will be considered.
Actively working towards the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Highly accurate with a strong attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, with solid mathematical skills.
A self-motivated individual who is well-organized, able to handle multiple tasks, and execute plans effectively.
Able to manage priorities and meet goals independently with minimal oversight.

Summary
If you see yourself in this role and want to learn more about this opportunity then please apply to this job posting and reach out directly to matthew.colletti@randstad.ca with your most updated resume, the job postingâs reference number, and a brief synopsis of why you feel you would be a great fit for the role.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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