Senior Accountant

NEXT Supply is the new generation of supplier in wholesale Plumbing and Hydronics – setting superior standards in service, product availability and delivery. NEXT has strategically located local warehouses across and beyond the GTA, each with a full quantity of inventory and strong, strategic delivery capabilities.

Purpose of Job:

The Senior Accountant enhances customer and co-worker experiences by ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger through thorough reconciliations and analysis. They support the company's success by contributing to audits, month-end and year-end closings, and special projects with professionalism, precision, and confidentiality.

Our Core Values & Character Expectations:

Be Integral to Our Customers, Our Co-Workers and Our Community

At Next Supply, we are a respectful and collaborative culture where innovation, integrity and entrepreneurial spirit come together. Life at NEXT is about being part of a hardworking, dynamic and inclusive team. At Next Supply, we believe it's not just what we do, but how we do it that makes a great place to work.

To support these values, this role requires motivation, adaptability, thoughtful decision-making, honesty, reliability, and a strong sense of ownership and commitment to a positive experience for customers and colleagues.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting and Accounting Operations

• Prepare and review financial statements and reports
• Maintain accurate accounting records by performing general ledger account reconciliations
• Facilitate and complete month-end and year-end close procedures
• Oversee fixed asset processing and reporting
• Perform daily bank account review and weekly bank reconciliations
• Prepare bank reports and other reporting requirements
• Monitor positive pay exception reports

Compliance, Controls and Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls
• Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Engage with external auditors and prepare documentation per audit engagement letters

Leadership and Process Improvement

• Supervise and manage Finance staff, providing guidance and training
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and actively implement special projects

These duties reflect the general details of the role but are not exhaustive. There will be tasks that are necessary to the job which may also be required.

Recommended Qualifications:
Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirements:

• Ability to consistently model Next's core values and character expectations listed above
• Strong leadership and team management abilities with a collaborative approach across departments
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and business planning skills, including the ability to research and escalate issues when necessary
• Strong and demonstrated understanding of ASPE principles, including controls and standards
• Strong ability to interpret financial statements and ratios with accuracy
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Products (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Experience & Education:

• 5+ years of working experience in accounting is required
• Certification as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) is required or near completion
• Previous distribution industry experience is an asset

Physical Demands/ Working Conditions:

• Position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high-pressure situations calmly and effectively
• This position requires prolonged periods of working at a computer and using a keyboard and mouse

We're eager to welcome candidates who believe in excellent service and in being involved with their co-workers, customers, and the community. We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. We are happy to honour accommodations at any part of the recruitment process and invite you to let us know how we can help.

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