Financial Accountant

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our finance team. The successful candidate will support a variety of accounting functions, including bank reconciliations, inter-company invoicing, inventory valuation, and month-end close activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy of financial records and timely reporting, contributing to the overall financial health and operational efficiency of the company.

This is an on-site role located in Cambridge, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and process accounts receivable, including all intercompany invoicing and reporting to management.
• Conduct month-end inventory valuation and related adjustments.
• Perform daily bank clearing and comprehensive bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with the month-end close process, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Prepare and analyze month-end financial reports.
• Develop and maintain KPI (Key Performance Indicator) reporting.
• Maintain and reconcile various balance sheet accounts, including prepaids and current liabilities.
• Reconcile and file sales tax returns (HST, PST).
• Review and book corporate income tax provisions.
• Support management with detailed financial analysis.
• Build and support KPI reporting for Plant Operations.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and assist with tax filings.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as required.

* Duties may be subject to change as business requirements change
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Required Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in financial accounting roles.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
• Familiarity with Canadian tax regulations, including corporate income taxes and sales taxes.
• Experience working with foreign currency conversions and accounting.
• Understanding of inventory management, production costs, and supply chain finance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP), and Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate financial information clearly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and their financial implications.
• CPA designation nice to have but not required.
• Familiarity with Canadian sales tax regulations (PST, HST).
• Experience with inter-company transactions and foreign currency accounting.
• Familiarity with Power Query is a nice to have.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of cost accounting principles specific to manufacturing (e.g., standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation).
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical financial practices.