Accountant

Accountant

Job description

We are seeking an Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a Full time Job / permanent position.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the in-depth analysis and maintenance of a complete and accurate general edger supporting the company’s financial statements.

Skills and Responsibilities:

– Support month-end closing process, prepare journal entries and other accounting duties
– Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare basic financial statements
– Bank reconciliations and journal entry preparation
– Cash Management recording
– Assist in billing and posting of invoices and receipts
– Assist in the processing of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable cash application
– Process employee expense reports in accordance with SOP’s and procedures and validate accuracy of staff reimbursements.
– Treasury functions including support in cashflow preparation
– Fixed assets tracking and depreciation calculation
– Assist in the calculation, preparation and filings of regulatory returns (GST, PST, QST, etc.)
– Liaise with project team as needed
– Administrative tasks as required

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee’s skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee’s current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Skills:

– Good communicator – written and verbal, in-person and remote via Teams/Zoom/phone
– Critical thinking, logical analysis, and problem-solving skills
– The ability to work alone and as part of a team

Communication:

Ability to communicate effectively across location, region and corporate to accomplish objectives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Finance, Accounting, or closely related field Must

Experience:

– Minimum 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience is required.
– Accounting or Business Administration post-secondary education and working towards a CPA designation is an asset.
– Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 with advanced Excel skills
– Self-starter/motivated, resourceful with high attention to detail and technically orientated
– Proficiency in Oracle Netsuite or Sage 300 considered an asset
– Meticulous attention to detail as well as strong organizational and time management skills.
– Critical thinking capabilities, problem solving skills and decision-making abilities.
– Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
– Deep working knowledge of Excel and an understanding of specialized billing/accounting systems.
– Experience working on different ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, and track experience in bridging between different ERPs.

Pelee Island Winery provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and  Human resources will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

Send resumes to hr@peleeisland.com or fill out the form below to apply.