Senior Accountant Jobs

About Our Company:

Trans-mit Steel serves local markets by providing high-grade electrical steel and components to the electrical transformer industry. We are seeking a detail orientated and self driven individual for the position of Senior Accountant for our Finance department.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Cost Accounting in manufacturing environment – shop floor BOM, burden cost, etc.
• Perform payable transactions – matching, verifying, entering invoices, payment processing, reconciliation, etc.
• Continuously improve ERP system and coordinate maintenance/implementation.
• Perform receivables transactions – prepare invoices, post payments, follow-up on aging accounts, reconciliation, etc.
• Perform banking transactions-recording deposits and transfers, bank reconciliations.
• Assist supervisor in monthly period-end account reconciliation and financial statements preparation.
• Assist in preparing KPI analysis and board material.
• Interact with production department to ensure that labour, material cost and burden/overhead are appropriately calculated and budgeted.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Engage in cross-training to grow skill sets in all functional areas.
• Conduct inventory count procedure and manage inventory accounting.

Characteristics:

• Develop strong working relationships with cross functional departments and employees.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (both oral and written forms) to various levels within the organization.
• Ability to learn new work instructions and procedures through on-the-job training and experience.
• Be able to work well with a diverse cross section of employees.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstation and meet 5S requirements.
• Be a self starter and able to work in a team environment.
• Participate in all required Safety training provided by the company, practice safe working habits, and report any recognized workplace hazards.
• Have good problem-solving skills.

Experience:

• Familiarity with IFRS/Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises and cost accounting.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong MS Office and mathematics skills.
• Over 2 years relevant experience in factory environment/Big four firms an asset
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Knowledge of ERP system.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or requirements. The employer reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

Trans-Mit Steel is an equal opportunity employer.

If you require accommodations due to a disability to support your participation in the application or interviewing processes, please contact Human Resources directly to make your needs known; and we will provide suitable accommodations.