URSA MANUFACTURING ULC Looking for Intermediate Accountant at London, ON Full Time

Intermediate accountant Job Description
Position Purpose

In this position, you are responsible for preparing and processing assigned journal entries in a timely, accurate manner throughout the month. Month end duties completing account reconciliations and identifying and resolving discrepancies or elevating items to proper channel for resolution. Ensure journal entries are completed and back-up documentation is accurate. Resolution of accounts receivable and accounts payable issues. Other accounting activities as needed to support the accounting/finance functions
SOFT skills

• Microsoft Office
• Conflict Handling
• Excel, Word
• Analytical Skills
• Communication
• Team building
• Motivation
• Leadership
• Empowerment
• Team Player

Shift, salary, status

• Dayshift – core week is M-F 7:00-3:30
• OT eligible – Yes, after 40 hours and pre-approved.
• Benefits package, ADD. LTD (self-paid) Life at 1x annualized salary for full time positions only.

Major duties and responsibilities

Duties

• Responsible for AP, AR, monthly journal entries and account reconciliations. Improves procedures for timely and accurate processing of transactions.
• Maintains all accounts payable and receivable records. Assists in the maintenance of department records and company archives and devises or improves procedures for the timely and accurate processing of such accounts.
• Monitors and maintains records of accounts receivable, including cash receipts, claims, credits and overdue invoices and devises or improves procedures for the timely and accurate processing of such accounts.
• Reviews and resolve problems related to processing accounts payable invoices, purchase orders, contracts, receipts, vendor statements, or payment discrepancies and documentation. Ensures credit is received for outstanding memos, issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments which include interfacing with internal personnel and consulting with external suppliers.
• Schedules work to meet completion dates and month end cut off. Complete monthly closing journal(s) accruing for various expenses incurred but not billed.
• Generates weekly, monthly and annual reports as well as ad hoc reporting.
• Perform ad hoc research, cross-referencing and analytical projects for the finance & accounting team.
• Act as sole custodian of the standard costing system.
• Analyze actual costs to standard costs and make the appropriate recommendations
• Calculate machine hour, direct labor, burden, and overhead rates to be used in standard cost formulation.
• Monitor inventory accounts for irregularities and report low, excessive, or aged levels to the Purchasing Manager.
• Ensure integrity of inventory accounts through reconciliation
• Assist in month/year end financial statement preparation.
• Assist with monthly and year-end financial reporting requirements
• Assist in yearly budget preparation and data formulation.
• Backup certain Controller functions as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Required to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to support the finance departments.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and be a self-starter in a fast-paced environment with internal deadlines.
• Capability to work and analyze projects independently as well as the ability wen necessary to collaborate with others in a team environment.
• Possess exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with all levels of management in a professional manner.
• Demonstrates experience with Microsoft Office, Plex ERP accounting system or other ERP systems (SAP, QAD)
• Strong computer skills

Education

• University degree in business or accounting and 1-3 yrs experience in a MRP environment;
• Professional accounting designation or working towards a designation
• BA degree in business, finance or accounting or equivalent work experience
• 1-3 yrs experience in a MRP/ERP automotive manufacturing environment;

Physical and environmental
Office environment; use of computer, printers, faxes, monitors and various software

Wear prescribed safety gear/PPE at all times.
URSA PRINCIPLES
Health and Safety

• Maintain safe and positive work environment
• Lead by example in all Health and Safety areas
• Wear PPE as required in the plant all times
• Report any unsafe environment

Respect

• Follow and uphold company policies
• Participate in interdepartmental cross training
• Maintain respectful discourse with all Team members
• Maintain respectful discourse with all Customers and suppliers
• Accept ownership of functional work area and projects therein

Communication

• Be adept at working both independently and as part of a team
• Treat all team members as Customers

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
• Automotive: 1 year (preferred)