Accounting Analyst

**PURPOSE OF POSITION**

The Accounting Analyst will support the Finance and Controlling Manager by performing a range of accounting functions related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and fixed assets, and will play a vital role in completing analysis, reconciliations and general journal entries for month end closing. The role will also provide backup to the Accounts Payable Administrator, and will support other functions within the department, as required.

**NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION**

The position will problem-solve with all PWO personnel, customers, and vendors when documentation clarification is required. The incumbent must be able to prioritize and organize work, especially at month and year-ends. External contacts may include customers, bank personnel, and financial auditors. Major challenges include finding information that is the responsibility of other departments (i.e. Sales, Quality Services, Maintenance, Logistics, Shipping and Receiving). Decisions made by the position impact the department in the short term.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

Education: A post secondary education in Business Administration or equivalent program is required. Enrollment in a professional accounting program is beneficial.

Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills are required for normal business and technical communication.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

1. Reconciles customer’s payments to their open accounts receivable and enters payments into the SAP system.

2. Investigates any discrepancies between payments received and the applied invoices.

3. Obtains documents supporting and/or authorization for any price/ quantity discrepancies or quality charges.

4. Identifies overdue accounts and completes necessary follow-up and collection on outstanding accounts.

5. Issues electronic and cheque payments to suppliers twice per month.

6. Responsible for all bill payments at the bank and petty cash top-ups.

7. Responsible for matching supporting documents and posting Visa statements.

8. Reconciles multiple bank accounts in order to ensure the general ledger accounts balance with the bank statement.

9. Maintains the fixed assets system by classifying and allocating capital expenditures. Ensures that all capital expenditures are correctly assigned to an investment project as per business plan.

10. Assists in month end/year end closing procedures by posting general ledger journal entries and reconciling entries as required. Prepares account reconciliations for several GL accounts.

11. Prepares filing and remittances for HST, withholding taxes, and other government programs as required.

12. Prepares various internal reports on a regular basis.

13. Responds to all auditor requests for information during all audit periods as required.

14. Assists SAP systems users with any problems as required.

15. Fills in as the Accounts Payable and Receptionist during absences.

16. Assists Cost Analyst with data entry and clerical duties.

17. Provides administrative support to all Supervisors, Managers and the CEO/CFO.

18. Performs work in a conscientious, accurate, business-like and courteous manner.

19. Efficient use of electronic data collection software.

20. Performs all duties within the 5S standards.

21. Follows and performs to the processes and instructions outlined in the Process House that are applicable to the department.

22. Compliance with all company HR policies and procedures.

23. Responsible for working safely, complying with safety policies and procedures, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) required in the designated areas as per company policy.

24. Responsible for working safely and keeping a safe work area for themselves and fellow employees. Reporting any unsafe working conditions, practices, and work-related injuries immediately to his/her Manager.

25. Any other job-related duties characteristic to the position, as may be assigned from time to time by the Manager and management team.
- PWO Canada INC. values diversity in our workforce, as well as in our customers, suppliers, and others. We provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, a record of offenses, marital status, family status, disability or any other characteristic protected by local law._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

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

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay