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Accountant
Become a member of a growing team of Ag Business professionals. JGL. is looking for an energetic, detailed-oriented, driven individual to join our accounting team based out of our head office located just 10 km west of Moose Jaw.
Functions will include:
Assist with month end financial statement preparation, cash flow management, and performance metric compilation
Process accounts receivable and accounts payable
Account analysis and investigation including preparation of journal entries.
GST and PST submission
Inventory accounting that may require investigation to resolve discrepancies independently and/or in collaboration with team members.
Assist with other accounting control functions.
Special projects as assigned
General office duties, answering phones and other administrative duties as required.
Minimum qualifications:
Post secondary education in accounting or at least 3 years of relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience.
A background in agriculture is a definite asset.
Skills/Ability:
Effective communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Excellent problem solving skills
Accuracy and attention to detail while working under tight deadlines
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Experience with Microsoft office & Quick books is a definite asset
Must be flexible during peak business flow to work outside of regular business hours. We offer a competitive benefits package. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. Some travel is required.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit a resume and cover letter by email to HR@jglcattle.com
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
- Public transportation is not available
Accountant Specific Skills
- Provide financial, business and tax advice
- Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
- Examine accounting records
- Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Financial Auditor Specific Skills
- Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
- Examine financial records and transactions
- Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Work Location Information
- Rural area
- Remote location
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Large workload
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Windows
- Word processing software
- Excel
- Electronic mail
- General office equipment
- Accounting software
- Internet browser
- Quick Books