Accounting Clerk Jobs

About us

Deep Trekker, a proud member of the Halma companies, is a leading provider of remotely operated underwater robots and inspection solutions. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Deep Trekker designs and manufactures advanced marine robots that are used across a wide range of industries, including aquaculture, infrastructure inspection, search and rescue, environmental monitoring, and more. Our teams are expanding and we are seeking a highly organized and skilled Accounting Clerk.

Perks of Working at Deep Trekker:

• Company match RRSP plan with a 5% match.
• Company social events.
• Fun and flexible work environment.
• Working at a growing company.
• Being part of the Halma group of companies (one of Britain's most admired companies, with a large focus on sustainable business practices).
• Interesting and cool products that do meaningful work.
• Extended health benefits.

If you are a highly motivated accounting professional who has a mix of technical and interpersonal skills, this might be the job for you. In this role, you will work with a small team to serve the growing financial reporting needs at Deep Trekker.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will be responsible for general ledger and month-end close activities, as well as ongoing vendor invoice and sales invoice management.

Other responsibilities include the following:

• Process, review, and track sales invoices and followup on overdue receivables
• Assist with audits, including compiling requested information and preparation of various analysis
• Meet processing and reporting deadlines
• Support account inquiries and fluctuations for month-end accounting review
• Comply with Halma's pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Participate in evaluating current processes to identify areas of efficiency
• Process, review, and track vendor invoices and make payments, ensuring we maintain compliance with supplier payment terms
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts
• Actively contribute to building out the finance function through the continuous development of financial processes and controls
• Assist with other corporate filing requirements (income tax, sales tax, etc)
• Prepare journal entries, analysis and account reconciliations and assist with monthly close processes
• Validate the accuracy of financial data and reports

About the Candidate

Our ideal candidate will have a good understanding of principles in Accounting, and bookkeeping with extensive Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable experience. They should bring experience and knowledge and possess the following:

• Experience with automated accounting (ERP) systems (Quickbooks and Fishbowl are a plus)
• Ability to read and interpret terms and conditions, written guidelines, directions, and correspondence
• Strong communication skills to prepare and deliver analytical, and/or persuasive presentations
• Strong knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Good customer service skills and teamwork spirit
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Ability to work independently and effectively under time-critical deadlines
• Organized, detail-oriented and refined time management skills
• Diplomacy, flexibility, and tact (professional demeanour)
• Analytical skills to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• University or college degree or diploma in Accounting (or equivalent) required
• Strong organizational skills to balance priorities, complete projects in a timely manner, and consistently manage own workload

Deep Trekker is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should notify us at [email protected].