General Accountant (Markham)

Job Summary The General Accountant, under the direction of the Accounting Manager, will be responsible for supporting the Controllership unit, with a focus on the month-end closing process, financial reporting and analysis, as well as external audits. Job Summary The General Accountant, under the direction of the Accounting Manager, will be responsible for supporting the Controllership unit, with a focus on the month-end closing process, financial reporting and analysis, as well as external audits. Duties And Responsibilities - Preparation of monthly balance sheet account analysis and reconciliations - Responsible for the accurate and timely entry and analysis of financial information for month-end closing process - Analyzes variances to determine cause - Participate in the year-end audit and review processes - Support, maintain, and develop accounting systems - Assist in the development of reporting requirements as requested by corporate managers - Assist with the implementation and enhancement of month-end closing procedures - Contribute to implementing projects and process improvements in the department - Act as a supporting contact and work with the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing and Financial Planning and Analysis teams - Participate in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities - Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures. - Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System - Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel - Complete other tasks as requested Qualifications - Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting program - Working towards CPA designation is an asset - Two years of related accounting experience - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel, experience with Microsoft Navision is an asset - Excellent analytical skills with a high level of attention of detail - Exceptional time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and set priorities - Solid interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work independently and as a part of a team - Ability to take leadership in special projects Primary Location ON-Markham #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2poyue