Job Description

Job description

TITLE: Accountant

LOCATION: Thunder Bay, Ont.

REPORT TO: Controller

Staal Irrigation Incorporated was originally founded in 2009. Within the last

decade we have grown into one of Northwestern Ontario's most proven utility

contractors. Being a qualified contractor for such companies as Bell Canada, CN

Rail, CP Rail, Shaw Cable, Telus, City of Thunder Bay, Thunder Bay Telephone and

all major plumbing and electrical contractors within the region. The scope of work

that we perform includes directional drilling, hydrovac excavation, trenching,

excavation, vibratory plowing, residential cable drops, aerial strand placement,

aerial lashing, cable placing, anchor installation, and fibre splicing.

Position Description

We currently have an exciting contract role for an Accountant to aid the Controller

with administrative tasks and provide support within the Office.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for entering Accounts Payable invoices into the payable system

Accurately uploading invoices to third party sites and completing spend

reports on a regular basis.

Review; verify AP invoices for basic requirements including supporting

documents, coding proper account numbers; ensuring proper approval

steps are followed.

Responsible for Accounts Receivable collection: Sending account statements,

update system with payment status for overdue accounts, regular follow

up.

Provide administrative support to the Controller; assist with other general

accounting duties, data entry, filing, month/year end reporting as required.

Promptly respond to requests from internal and external individuals with

accuracy and a courteous demeanor.

Regular payroll activities including (but not limited to):

o Processing weekly payroll for employees,

o Approving weekly timesheets such as overtime verification,

o Maintaining and verifying payroll reporting records,

o Informing employees about payment procedures and benefit

programs,

o Calculating pay and benefit entitlements, overtime, and other

payments,

o Investigating and resolving payroll issues in a timely and efficient

manner,

o Preparing and processing invoices and deposits

o Keeping up with union requirements and changes.

Deal with confidential and sensitive issues requiring a high level of

discretion.

Qualifications

1-2 years' experience in accounting (bookkeeping or accounts

payable/receivable/payroll)

College/University degree in Administration or Accounting is considered and

asset

Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Advanced computer software skills including experience in payroll software

(ADP), MS Word, Excel, and QuickBooks Online.

Able to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external

clients.

Financial education or experience within a finance department is considered

an asset.

Experience in contracting industry is considered an asset.

Excellent customer service and communication skills in English (both verbal

and written)

What We Offer

Competitive base salary.

Competitive Benefits.

RRSP/DPSP Contributions.

Coaching and mentorship.

Due to the high volume of resumes we will only be contacting candidates that best

meet the needs of the business. Thank you for your interest in Staal Irrigation

Incorporated.

Job Types: Contract - Maternity leave with possible permanent position

Salary: $18.50-$27.42 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shifts

Monday to Friday

Overtime (available at certain times of the year)

Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location/In Person

Job Types: Contract - Maternity leave with potential permanent

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50-$27.92 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Location:

Rosslyn, ON (preferred)
Work Location: In person