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To be considered for this position, please be sure to: Complete this survey: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/P63hG0SnkegYa Attach a copy of your resume to the completed survey and indicate the position you are applying for Resumes will not be reviewed through Indeed Role & Responsibilities The Financial Accountant is an in-house position that will play an integral role on the Finance team, with sound knowledge of financial accounting principles and possessing excellent investigative and problem-solving skills. They maintain accuracy of the general ledger via account analysis and are responsible for the preparation of monthly journal and adjusting entries. Additionally, they assist with inventory control and act as back-up to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable. Financial Analysis Analyze general ledger and sub ledger accounts for monthly variances and posting errors and prepare reconciliations between the sub ledger and general ledger. Maintain accuracy of general ledger and account classification via preparation of journal entries as necessary. Responsible for preparing monthly reports ie sales performance and commissions. Manage asset acquisition and disposition as well as recording monthly depreciation/amortization of fixed assets. Assist with inventory management through performing inventory transfers and adjustments, maintaining the inventory provision, monitoring slow moving stock. Using knowledge of financial accounting principles to participate in special projects and prepare various financial analyses. Ensure adherence to internal control policies and procedures to maintain the accuracy and reliability of financial statements. Assisting with audits and audit requests. Accounts Payable Perform bank reconciliations for all business entities. Reconcile corporate card statements with employees’ expense reports on a monthly basis. Code, total, batch, enter, verify and reconcile transactions for all accounts payable with purchase orders, packing slips, invoices, and bank statements in a computerized ledger system. Ensure all invoices are recorded accurately and in a timely manner. Prepare cheques for all authorized payments to vendors and employee expenses. Maintain vendor records and work with vendors to resolve payment issues, including requesting proof of delivery and necessary documentation. Provide information for audit request lists during annual year end audit Reconcile, adjust and maintain balance sheet accounts annually; such as prepaid expense accounts and monthly Accounts Receivable and Payables. Accounts Receivable (back up) Issue customer invoices. Prepare and send weekly account statements to clients. Prepare customer credit memos and Accounts Receivable adjustments as necessary. Prepare and send daily invoices and sales reports to the UK office. Process credit card payments from customers. Set up new customers in the ERP system and update customer information. Perform collection duties for all business entities and prepare collections spreadsheets and reports. Qualifications & Education Requirements Post-secondary degree in a business and/or accounting program CPA, CMA, CGA designation or working towards is mandatory 2+ years in an Accounting/Finance role Working knowledge/experience with ERP systems (experience with Acumatica is a plus) Strong ability to plan, prioritize and take action against multiple duties and responsibilities simultaneously Ability to take initiative in recognizing and resolving accounting problems, discrepancies or issues Strong computer literacy including demonstrated skills with Office 365; ie Excel The Perks Annual Performance Bonus (pro-rated for your first year) Monthly Company Lunch Paid Time Off Dental Care Extended Health Care Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program On-site Gym On-site Parking Casual Dress Policy Fantastic Coworkers At A.C. Americas, we have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. This position is to fill a vacancy and offers competitive compensation starting at $50,000.00/annually based on experience, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment. If you meet the requirements and are looking to advance your career as a Financial Accountant, we encourage you to apply. About A.C. Americas Wherever creativity takes the stage, A.C. Americas is there to power the possibilities. Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, with distribution centers in both Canada and the USA, A.C. Americas proudly serves dealers and end-users across North America. We provide world-class products, expert support, and a seamless customer experience for production and rental products, theaters, film sets, houses of worship, and commercial spaces.

What you’ll do

The Financial Accountant maintains the general ledger, prepares monthly journal entries, and performs detailed financial analysis and reconciliations. They also manage accounts payable, assist with inventory control, and provide backup support for accounts receivable functions.

Requirements

Candidates must have a post-secondary degree in business or accounting and a CPA, CMA, or CGA designation (or be working towards one). A minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting or finance role and proficiency with ERP systems and Office 365 are required.

Benefits

• Annual Performance Bonus • Monthly Company Lunch • Paid Time Off • Dental Care • Extended Health Care • Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • On-site Gym • On-site Parking • Casual Dress Policy

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Accounting
• General Ledger Analysis
• Journal Entries
• Inventory Control
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Bank Reconciliation
• Financial Analysis
• Fixed Asset Management
• Internal Controls
• Audit Support
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Office 365
• Problem Solving
• Time Management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting