Accounting Manager

Aventix has been helping veterinarians and owners care for their pets for many years. Aventix’ mission is to help provide the best products to care for the pets who make our lives whole. We strive to formulate and produce quality products that help pets to live as well as possible for as long as possible.

We are currently seeking a temporary, full-time Accounting Manager to join our team This role is based in our Burlington Head Office.

**JOB SUMMARY**

**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**
- CPA Designation an asset
- 5+ years of experience in financial management, accounting, reporting, payroll and Canadian payroll regulations
- Strong technical experience with NetSuite ERP system is an asset
- Distribution & Manufacturing industry experiences are an asset
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Efficient/effective time management and organizational skills
- Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment
- Enhanced attention to detail to produce error free work
- Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with appropriate judgement

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Oversee accounting staff and related functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger
- Review accounts receivable report and support any overdue outstanding balances
- Ensure accuracy of vendor bills with proper supporting documents by approval process
- Review and approve vendor bill payments to ensure accuracy and completeness of all documentation
- Process salaried and hourly payroll via ADP. Ensure payroll processing, statutory remittance, production of tax forms, annual payroll returns and statements filing to government bodies
- Detailed review of T4’s and T5’s to ensure compliance
- Oversee, review, prepare and/or record financial transactions including journal entries and schedules to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of records with appropriate back-up documentation
- Review and/or maintain asset listings, amortization and disposal records are appropriately maintained
- Ensure financial transactions are recorded in the appropriate revenue and expense accounts in the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Manage review and/or prepare month-end and year-end close of financial records, in addition to communication with external accountant
- Prepare and file monthly and quarterly Canadian sales tax returns (e.g., GST/HST, QST) and other annual filings or returns as required by legislative bodies
- Prepare and file quarterly UK sales tax returns (VAT)
- Manage group health insurance plan, such as adding and removing employees, reviewing monthly bills
- Review and provide financial reports, variance analysis, other reports required.
- Review and process monthly multiple company transactions.
- Ensure accuracy of multiple foreign exchange transactions (USD, EURO, GBP, etc.)
- Attend and participate in regular management meetings as required
- Act as the back-up to the CEO for select job duties and responsibilities when required.

**NEXT STEPS**

If this sounds interesting and you feel that you will be a good fit, please send your resume and covering letter in response to this ad.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 14 months

Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burlington, ON L7L 5R7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-07-26