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Description

Reporting to the Controller, this position is primarily responsible for managing the day to day accounting functions, maintaining an adequate system of accounting records and controls, preparing financial reports that comply with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE), project reporting, and assisting in budgeting and audit preparation.

TRANSACTIONS:
    Ensure accurate and timely invoicing in accordance with customer requirements;
    Ensure prompt collection of accounts receivable;
    Ensure statutory remittances and reporting requirements are met;
    Maintain the chart of accounts;
    Maintain an orderly accounting filing system;
    Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions;
    Streamline processes and procedures for improving operational efficiency of financial reporting and production activity.
REPORTING:
    Assist in preparing timely and complete financial statements, including month-end, quarter-end and year-end;
    Assist the preparation of the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors as required;
    Provide controller and general manager with regular operating financial reports for each project, each division and for the overall company;
    Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics;
    Assist in preparing annual budget and forecasts;
    Analyze variances from the budget;
    Provide financial analyses for project job costing, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.

COMPLIANCE:
    Coordinate information to external auditors for the annual audit;
    Comply with provincial and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings (GST, PST, WCB, etc.).
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
    Minimum of three years of relevant experience in a senior accountant position or similar role, ideally with audit experience;
    Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) or working towards designation;
    Degree or certificate in accounting with a good understanding of ASPE;