Accounting Manager

3 weeks ago

Barrie, Canada NA Freight Forwarding Inc Full time

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Location: Barrie, Ontario

Shift Time: 8:00am to 4:30pm (In Office)

Terms: Permanent Full-Time

Salary: Competitive and experienced based

Reports To: Director of Administration / Owner


About Us:

North American Freight Forwarding is a Canadian based company specializing in logistics services with specific strength in warehousing and distribution, LTL consolidations, expedites, full truckloads and specialized equipment service to and from Canada, United States and Mexico. As a professional international freight forwarder, we provide overseas import and export ocean and air freight services all over the world.

We seek out driven, talented individuals to join our team to meet and exceed our clients' needs. We offer a rewarding career and brand that our employees are proud to represent.


Job Scope:

As a key member of the Finance team, this position is responsible for managing and overseeing all accounting functions and related administrative activities. The Accounting Manager will mentor staff, establish ongoing priorities, assign responsibilities, and ensure that all parts of the company are appropriately supported with complete, accurate, timely and efficient operations.


Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide direction, coaching, leadership, and performance management for accounting staff.
  • Maintain staff training standards and complete regular reviews to ensure policies and procedures are being adhered to.
  • Assist in preparing year-end financial statements and working papers for external accountants.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting transactions including standard entries, cost allocations and accruals.
  • Regular review of Accounts Payable & Receivable to ensure company policies are being adhered to.
  • Preparation of monthly financial statements by completing analysis, explaining variances and other discrepancies, and ensuring work is performed in accordance with established timelines.
  • Analyze income statement accounts for variances and compliance with accounting policies.
  • Summarize account reconciliations, identify issues & trends, and report to executive management.
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring business processes and policies, through the review and creation of department SOP's, and supporting documentation.
  • Identify efficiency opportunities and assist in the execution of standardization of month end and other processes, together with enhancing technology utilization & workflow integration.
  • Work with Human Resources, IT, Project Managers, Accounts Payable & Receivable, other staff and management for training, support and exchanging information.
  • Assist Accounting staff during busy periods.
  • Oversee and/or contribute from time-to-time to Special Projects, and other duties as required.

Professional & Educational Background:

  • Post-Secondary education in business accounting or finance, with an accounting designation in good standing.
  • Advanced knowledge of current financial best practices and regulations
  • 5+ years in a Management or Leadership role
  • Experience in the Transportation, freight forwarding, and logistics industry is an asset.

Skills & Ability:

  • Quality of Work
    1. Produce results that meet or exceed expectations.
    2. Has high regard for quality and accuracy of work.
  • Problem Solving
    1. Overcomes obstacles and has a solutions mindset
    2. Keen eye for detail
    3. Able to think outside the box to come up with creative solutions.
    4. Knows when to ask for help and will keep an open mind to suggestions.
  • Leadership
    1. Able to promote positive growth within the department.
    2. Assist staff with their time management skills to meet deadlines and completion of tasks

Mindset & Personality:

  • High level of dependability, punctuality, and attendance
  • Conscientious and reliable self-starter
  • Action and results oriented and dedicated to completing tasks in a timely manner.
  • Displays a willingness to learn and assume increased responsibilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Able to effectively manage and operate in a team environment.
  • Acts and makes decisions in line with what's best for the Company.
  • Provide open and honest feedback, and publicly supports management decisions.

North American Freight Forwarding Inc. offers great employee perks including:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Extended health benefits
  • Dental care
  • Vision care
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life insurance
  • RRSP program
  • Casual work environment
  • Engaging social activities and events throughout the year

Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees and candidates with disabilities into account during the position review process. Employees and candidates are required to notify their Director/Manager/Supervisor or Hiring Manager if they have any particular accessibility needs and the organization will work with the employee to address them.


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