Position: Intermediate Accountant

Job Type: 35 hours per week

Compensation: 60-70K
Contract: 1-year contract with potential for extension and/or conversion to permanent full-time employment
Location: Barrie, In-person

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and transaction processing.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with and review Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
• Assist with job closings and monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
• Support the Controller/Treasurer with the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with financial analysis and variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audits or review engagements by preparing supporting documentation and responding to information requests.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and efficiencies.
• Assist with accounting-related projects and other finance duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of applicable accounting standards and internal controls.
• Experience with general ledger, job costing, payroll/HR, and month-end and year-end closing processes is an asset.
• Experience with accounting software is required; Sage 300 experience is preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience with pivot tables, spreadsheets, and data analysis is an asset.
• Experience with financial reporting and variance analysis is an asset.
• CPA or RPA designation in progress, or willingness to pursue a professional accounting designation, is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

To apply please send resume for consideration to mcarreiro@averyhr.com