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Accountant

Position Type: Full-time
Date Posted: Jul 26, 2016
Experience: 4 Years
Education: College Diploma (3 years)

Job Description

London, Ontario based import/export company is seeking an Accountant.
The Accountant will be responsible for overall day-to-day accounting functions which include but are not limited to analysis and reconciliation of income statements and balance sheet, month and year end close processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and statutory reporting.
Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal regulatory and company policies and procedures.
Budgeting and forecasting.
Prepare, analyze and present monthly, quarterly and annual operating results for each division.
Work with operations to improve current processes and reduce operating costs.
Provide strategic analysis as required to drive improved decision making.
Prepare and present financial information for quarterly and annual reports.
Work with sales team on product pricing, costing and margins.
Responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of financial information.
Provides advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting.
Sets the priorities within accounting group.
Coordinating the year-end audit and preparation of audited financial statements.
Coordinates/Responds to all government reporting requirements.
Responsible for the preparation of monthly external reporting to financial institutions.
Generation of reports of performance against budgets.
Monitors collection of receivables.
With input from Senior Management, responsible for the formulation of accounting policies, procedures and controls.
Supervising A/R & A/P staff.
Other related duties as required or assigned.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

College diploma or University degree in Business/Accounting, with professional accounting designation (such as CPA) preferred.
Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of corporate accounting and financial management.
Thorough knowledge of all relevant Federal, Provincial and local requirements regarding financial records, pension, profit sharing, and the like is essential.
Proficient communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are vital to the role.
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and applications.
Knowledge of budget preparation and analysis techniques.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Excel.
Supervisory experience.
Other related duties as required or assigned.

SKILLS and ABILITY EXPECTATIONS:
Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of MRP computer systems an asset.
Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving skills.
Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
Attention to detail in all areas of work.
Interested parties please submit resume and salary expectations by
August 4, 2016

Required experience:
  • Accounting: 4 years
Job Offline: This posting is currently not accepting applications.