Position: Accountant
Reports To: Accounting Manager (North America)
Business Unit: Zedcor Inc.
About Zedcor Inc.
Zedcor Inc. (TSX-V: ZDC) is disrupting the traditional physical security industry through its proprietary MobileyeZ(TM) security towers by providing turnkey and customized mobile surveillance and live monitoring solutions to blue-chip customers across North America. The Company continues to expand its established platform of over 1,200 MobileyeZ(TM) towers in Canada and the United States, with emphasis on industry leading service levels, data-supported efficiency outcomes, and continued innovation. Zedcor services the Canadian market through equipment and service centers currently located in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario. The Company continues to advance its U.S. expansion which now has the capacity to service markets throughout Texas, Denver, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
For more information, check out www.zedcor.com.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Accounting Manager (North America), you will be responsible for day-to-day operational accounting, month-end close tasks, and financial reporting. The accountant will work closely with the operations team and will be responsible for accurate and timely internal financial reporting to senior management. Working in a small, but growing team, this is a key role that will require an entrepreneurial mind-set to assist with strengthening the control environment, driving process improvements, expanding system utilization, and assisting with other tasks on an as needed basis as we continue to grow.
Key Accountabilities/Deliverables
Understand the financial statement numbers to discuss rationally and succinctly
Create and maintain monthly accounting tasks calendar; ensure that timelines are being adhered to and communicated to managers
Complete balance sheet reconciliations at month end; advise and assist Accounting Manager and Corporate Controller on complex accounting matters
Support the annual audit and quarterly reviews by providing documentation and
Maintain accounting records and ensure financial control policies are adhered to; report lack of compliance with financial controls to Accounting Manager and Corporate Controller
Complete monthly GST, PST and WCB returns
Work with branch managers to complete inventory counts, report on inventory levels and book monthly inventory entries
Assist with the creation of training manuals and process workflows
Implement, review, document and improve accounting process flow; liaise with operations team to ensure process flow is efficient and makes sense for the business
Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts; assist with AR collection calls as needed
Assist with ERP implementation, maintenance and enhancement projects
Build strong working relationships with operations, IT, internal and external stakeholders
Develop and report on a set of operational accounting KPI's
Perform general office duties and other tasks as requested
Key Competencies/Qualifications
A minimum of 1-3 years' experience in management accounting and financial reporting
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; completion of CPA or enrollment in the program will be advantageous
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to identify problems and provide solutions
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal stakeholders, staff, auditors
Knowledge of provincial payroll legislation and systems
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel; proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
Self-starter, driven and motivated to work independently with little oversight; ability to develop and implement strategies
Knowledge of ERP systems, AP automation software and other modern accounting software
Demonstrated knowledge of change management
Keen sense of curiosity and an ability to research, analyze data and explain numbers
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and able to deal with change
Additional pay:
Bonus pay
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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