Job Description

A local success story in the retail industry, is currently seeking an detail oriented accountant to join the finance team.

As the Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties related to month-end closing, managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, investment and intercompany reconciliations, loan amortization schedules, and year-end audit assistance. You will ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements and accounting records in accordance with the ASPE and/or IFRS and company policies. Additionally, you will be responsible for assisting with other entities within the group and any ad-hoc projects as requested.

This position demands a high degree of organization and attention to detail as it involves multiple tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate recording and reporting of transactions.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities including reconciliations, journal entry postings, accruals, and preparation of financial statements.
• Reconcile and post monthly statements for multiple properties from the property manager.
• Prepare and file monthly GST returns for multiple entities.
• Manage and reconcile investment schedules in multiple currencies ensuring accurate recording of dividends, interest, and capital gains/losses.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany interest and transactions ensuring timely and accurate recording and reporting.
• Develop and maintain loan amortization schedules and maintaining summary of any intercompany loans and their terms.
• Prepare working papers, reconciliations, and schedules for year-end audits ensuring deliverables are completed in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper accounting treatment and reporting of transactions including review of outstanding related party balances.
• Continuously review and improve accounting processes and procedures to ensure compliance with ASPE/IFRS and company policies.
• Provide guidance and training to junior accounting staff as needed.
• Assist with other entities within the group as needed.
• Provide support for any ad-hoc projects as requested by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting/Finance.
• CPA designation or in final stages of completion
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting in a large organization, including managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, and preparing working papers, reconciliations, and schedules for year-end audits.
• Strong understanding of ASPE/IFRS and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with investment and intercompany transactions, loan amortization, and month-end closing procedures.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (PeopleSoft, D365, Yardi).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• If you are a highly motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional with at least 5 years of experience in accounting in a large organization, including managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, and preparing working papers, reconciliations, and schedules for year-end audits, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Accountant.

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