Job description:

Accounting Analyst Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00 to $85,000.00

Company Description Zgemi Inc. is a construction management and full-service general contractor. We provide design, development, renovation, restoration, and remodeling for hospitality, residential, commercial, and institutional buildings. At Zgemi, every project step will be handled by our experienced Project Managers and construction team to ensure successful completion on budget, on time, and beyond expectations. Through a close working relationship with contractors, designers, architects, and engineers, we offer innovative solutions for projects. We constantly strive to provide on-site performance, prioritizing safety, optimum planning, and coordination.

Job Purpose We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounting Analyst to join our accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for account reconciliations, financial reporting, project cost analysis, intercompany accounting, month-end close activities, and supporting audits across multiple entities. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting management with timely and reliable financial information.

Duties & Responsibilities · Perform monthly bank reconciliations across multiple entities and accounts. · Investigate and resolve outstanding items including uncleared cheques and deposits in transit. · Monitor cash activity and flag unusual or high-risk transactions. · Record bank-related journal entries including interest, fees, and corrections. · Reconcile corporate credit cards ensuring all transactions are captured and supported. · Ensure accurate GL coding and project allocation of expenses. · Follow up on missing receipts, duplicate or unauthorized transactions. · Reconcile statements to general ledger balances. · Prepare detailed balance sheet reconciliations including prepaids, accruals, and loans. · Maintain continuity schedules and supporting documentation. · Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, reclasses, and allocations. · Support month-end close processes and timelines. · Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls. · Record and reconcile intercompany transactions across entities. · Ensure intercompany balances match and resolve discrepancies. · Support intercompany eliminations for consolidated reporting. · Maintain documentation of intercompany agreements and allocations. · Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements. · Prepare GST/HST/QST filings. · Perform variance analysis and provide explanations. · Support preparation of reporting packages. · Ensure timely and accurate reporting deliverables. · Track and analyze operating expenses by category and entity. · Compare actuals to budget and forecast and identify variances. · Provide insights on cost drivers and trends. · Support cost control and budgeting activities. · Assist with annual budgets and rolling forecasts. · Prepare project financial reports including cost vs. budget and margin analysis. · Review job cost allocations and coding accuracy. · Track costs across labour, materials, subcontractors, and overhead. · Identify cost overruns and financial risks. · Support job profitability reporting. · Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation. · Respond to audit inquiries. · Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards. · Support year-end close and audit adjustments. · Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation and reporting processes. · Develop Excel tools and templates. · Support ERP/system implementations and enhancements. · Standardize workflows across entities. · Collaborate with AP, Payroll, and Operations teams. · Provide financial insights to management. · Support ad-hoc reporting and special projects.

Qualifications & Skills Required · CPA designation or enrollment in the CPA program is considered an asset · Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, preferably within construction or project-based environments · Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting · Experience with project costing and job cost reporting is preferred · Knowledge of GST/HST/QST requirements and compliance · Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software/ERP systems · Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment · High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy · Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment Work Location: In person