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Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position will work together with the Finance Team to ensure all accounting processes are performed accurately and within deadlines.
General Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position works under the direction of the Director of Finance and together with a team of Finance staff to addresses various accounting activities including payables, receivables, inventory, journal entries, etc. - as well as support financial reporting, year end and budget activities.
Responsibilities include:
Contribute to accurate and timely processing of transactions by finance team.
Ensuring an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.
Provide oversight to clerical staff and advice regarding the handling of non-routine transactions.
Train new and existing staff as needed and cross train to provide support for others in the department.
Assist in the timely reporting and analysis of financial information
Support budget and forecasting activities.
Assist in the development and/or implementation of efficiencies enhancing the workflow of the department.
Other duties as required
Education/Experience Required
Minimum of 5 years experience working in a computerized accounting environment.
Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent on the job experience)
Computer and analytical skills (advanced excel)
Supervision experience is an asset
Enthusiasm for continuous improvement
Essential Skills
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Working with others
- Decision making
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
Additional Skills
- Arrange training for staff
Accountant Specific Skills
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
- Examine accounting records
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Accounting software
- Great Plains