Entry Level Accounting Specialist
2 weeks ago
Edmonton AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada
Weldco-Beales Manufacturing Group
Full-time
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At Weldco-Beales Manufacturing, we care as much about your future as we do about our own. In operation for 80 years, Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is proudly a 100% Inuvialuit-owned company. We put three things ahead of all else: our people, our quality, and our safety. We produce heavy equipment attachments for construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Accounting Specialist contributes to the accuracy and reliability of the company's financial records by supporting key accounting processes. This role performs a range of core accounting functions, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations, general journal entries, and depreciation processing, while also providing support to the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams. This role supports accurate financial transaction processing by working closely with business units to identify and resolve discrepancies, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
Perform monthly bank account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
Complete balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurately supported and documented
Process fixed asset depreciation on a recurring schedule, ensuring calculations and postings are accurate
Assist the Accounts Payable team as needed, including invoice processing, vendor inquiries, and payment support
Assist the Accounts Receivable team as needed, including invoicing, cash application, and collections support
Maintain organized supporting documentation for all reconciliations and journal entries in accordance with company policy
Monitor, Identify and communicate discrepancies, unusual account activity, and work with business units to resolve, with guidance from Controller
Assist with internal and external audit requests, providing documentation as needed.
Other accounting duties, as required.
Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent relevant accounting experience.
Strong understanding of general accounting principles and month-end close processes.
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
Working towards or holding a professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA)
Prior exposure to both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
Bonus Round
We offer
the following benefits to help you be the best version of yourself: Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Employee Assistance Program Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching Education and apprenticeship support including EI top-up payments Employee referral bonus program Personal growth Comprehensive medical, dental and vision care benefits This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire. Due to safety considerations and the physically demanding nature of the role, successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Passing the Level 1 fitness test on your first attempt is a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR). We're happy to help
We offer
the following benefits to help you be the best version of yourself: Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Employee Assistance Program Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching Education and apprenticeship support including EI top-up payments Employee referral bonus program Personal growth Comprehensive medical, dental and vision care benefits This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire. Due to safety considerations and the physically demanding nature of the role, successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Passing the Level 1 fitness test on your first attempt is a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR). We're happy to help