Location | Mississauga, Ontario |
Department | Accounting/ Finance |
Reports To | Senior Manager of Accounting |
Position Overview | The Financial Accountant will report directly to the Senior Manager of Accounting and will be part of the team responsible for month-end close, accurate bookkeeping, account reconciliations and analysis.
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Duties & Responsibilities |
- Perform monthly and year-end accounting close procedures, including collaboration with plant personnel, preparation of standard entries, accruals and other adjusting entries, running and analysing reports, etc.
- Performance of account analytics
- Preparation of sales/commodity tax returns
- Regulatory reporting for a variety of government entities
- Liaising with external auditors in performance of interim and annual audit of financial statements
- Periodic review and testing of internal controls
- Ad hoc reporting and other duties as assigned.
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Skills & Qualifications |
- Accounting designation (CPA, CGA preferred) or nearing completion of same combined with post-secondary education with a specialty in Accounting or Business Administration
- 3 or more years of related general accounting experience in a complex environment (preferably manufacturing)
- Experience working with multiple entities in a multi-currency environment
- Possesses a strong systems background and excellent analytical skills
- Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills
- Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products
- Knowledge of ERP systems and ability to work well with others
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and with competing priorities.
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