Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a dynamic individual to fill a cross-functional role combining
accounting responsibilities while reviewing supplier certifications. This unique opportunity offers the ability to combine technical accounting / bookkeeping expertise with stakeholder engagement skills, contributing to both the financial success and engagement impact of the organization.
Primary Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping / Accounting Operations (80%):
• Maintain and update daily transactions, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial
reporting to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
• Manage and process all accounting operations in a timely matter, including Billing,
Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), Cost
Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition. Inclusive of verifying
receipts against transactions, cheque deposits, payroll processing and maintaining
payroll records and reports.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis, ensuring alignment with
organizational objectives.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring compliance with
deadlines and regulations.
• Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget, actual vs. forecast) and resolve
discrepancies with senior management.
• Develop and deliver timely internal financial reports to support effective decision-
making and fiscal management.
• Reconcile bank accounts and manage suspended, transient, interoffice, and
cashier’s order expense accounts.
• Collaborate with external auditors and prepare annual financial statements.
• Maintain accurate sub-ledgers, accounting records, and fixed asset records.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and quality control over
financial transactions e.g. GAAP, non-profit accounting
• Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance financial
operations efficiency.
Supplier Certification Review (20%):
• Act as a point of contact for supplier certification, providing exceptional support via
live chat, email, and phone.
• Coordinate and review the new supplier certification approval process, including
tracking applications, maintaining documentation, and updating Salesforce CRM.
Qualifications:
• Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (1-2 years of post-
secondary education).
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management.
• Proficient technical skills including Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and
accounting software like QuickBooks Online, ADP.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to build and maintain
effective internal and external relationships. French is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines effectively.
• Experience with CRM platforms (i.e. Salesforce) is an asset.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to identifying and resolving
issues.
• High degree of professionalism, reliability, and self-motivation.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
• Knowledge or experience in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is a
plus.