Junior Accountant

Copper Beach Bar + Kitchen8 days ago

Vancouver, BC

Junior

full_time

Extended Health, Dental and Vision benefits

3 weeks Vacation

Are you an experienced Accounting professional seeking your next exciting challenge? Join IRL Group, a local family-run group of companies based in the vibrant False Creek area near Downtown Vancouver. This is a full-time position, offering a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team.

You'll primarily support our Construction Division, working alongside our finance team. If you're passionate about what you do and enjoy being part of a collaborative office culture, this role might be your perfect fit.

This is an on-site position based at our head office, with standard office hours (Monday to Friday).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring all invoices have purchase orders and necessary approvals before entry in QuickBooks
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payments in accordance with the Financial Controller's schedule
• Enter and reconcile credit card and petty cash transactions, including managing balances, top-ups, and preauthorized payments
• Assist with month-end closing activities and maintain organized, accurate records of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare and issue invoices, update SOVs, and maintain required documentation such as Stat Decs and WCB Clearance Letters
• Generate AR and job cost/WIP reports, track payments, and maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities
• Manage the accounts email inbox, send statements, follow up on outstanding payments, and maintain positive client and vendor relationships
• Oversee day-to-day banking activities, including monitoring account balances, transferring funds between companies, processing wire and e-transfers, and ensuring timely payments for rent, loans, and other obligations
• Prepare payment approvals for non-cheque transactions and handle related banking tasks such as cheque orders, statement downloads, and resolving banking inquiries
• Handle high-volume transactions efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Manage employee time tracking and payroll processing, including collecting timesheets, entering hours into Excel and QuickBooks, recording vacation, sick time, and reimbursements, updating benefit deductions, and maintaining vacation and sick leave records
• Handle employee lifecycle tasks such as deactivating employees, issuing ROEs, and providing information to Service Canada for past employees or those on leave
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Financial Controller

Advantages of Joining Our Team

• Extended Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• 3 weeks Vacation
• Store discounts at multiple locations
• Company wide employee appreciation events
• Career advancement opportunities
• Be part of one of Canada's fastest growing companies

Requirements for this Role

• Degree or Diploma in Payroll, Accounting, Business, or Finance is preferred
• 2-3 years of experience preferred, payroll experience required
• Experience within the construction sector is advantageous
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks software and payroll programs and applications
• Good knowledge of accounting, general/bought/sales ledger, journal entries, and bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of intercompany transactions
• Ability to prepare ad hoc reports using Microsoft Excel
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Strong customer service focus

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you then please apply directly to this ad attaching a copy of your resume.

While we appreciate all applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.