Junior General Accountant

4 days ago

Vaughan, York Region, Canada Sailun Tire Americas Full-time $55,000 - $75,000 Contract

Summary/Objective

Reporting to the GL Manager, this position supports the GL team assisting with compilation, consolidation, and analysis of financial data. May include any, or all of, the following: ledgers and preparation of journal entries; fixed asset or inventory accounting; preparation of trial balance or financial statements; cost accounting; bank account reconciliation. Has a good knowledge of the organization's existing systems and the ability to handle most regular issues independently.

Essential Functions

  • Assists with the classification and recording of financial transactions in accordance with company procedures.
  • Assists in repairing journal entries, reconciles accounts, and reviews supporting documentation for accuracy.
  • Supports month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Assists in preparing standard financial reports, such as trial balances, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements.
  • Maintains accounting records and files in an organized and accurate manner.
  • Helps analyze basic financial data and investigates discrepancies as directed.
  • Ensures work is completed accurately and within established timelines.
  • Communicates with internal departments to gather information and clarify accounting-related items.
  • Provides administrative and accounting support to the finance team as needed.
  • Learns and applies company accounting policies, procedures, and systems.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Must be able to work effectively in a team-based collaborative environment. Demonstrates ownership of assigned responsibilities with a positive self-starter attitude. Strong communication skills both written and verbal. Able to work independently with minimal direction, but also recognizes when to ask for direction when needed. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.

Required Education and Experience

  • CPA/CGA/CA Designation or nearing completion
  • 2+ years of progressive experience in a similar role (industry or public practice)
  • Strong experience in working in a Global multi-entity environment is an asset
  • Solid experience with ERP system (PowerBI, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics (Navision) - desirable
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Microsoft Navision and SAP (preferred but not required)
  • Experience in delivering timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis
  • Warehousing and Wholesale expense is an asset.