General Accountant

Description

Working at Walker

At Walker your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery renewable energy paving and construction aggregates and emulsions are a fifth-generation family-owned company founded in 1887 operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment each other and our neighbours and give back to our communities . Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future together.

About the Job

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for your next challenge

Were looking for an Accountant to join our team supporting the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager youll work closely with both finance and operations teamshelping ensure our numbers are solid our reporting is accurate and our business decisions are well informed.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Niagara Falls office offering a balance of flexibility and collaboration.

Salary Range : $60000$75000 based on qualifications and experience.

What Youll Be Doing

Preparing standard journal entries for month-end quarter-end and year-end close

Completing monthly Corporate tax and HST / GST remittances along with Stats Canada reporting and investigating variances to ensure accuracy and compliance

Providing financial analysis and support to operations and construction teams

Preparing monthly sales reconciliations to ensure accurate coding and values

Maintaining fixed asset records including additions transfers disposals and monthly depreciation

Reviewing account reconciliations and balance sheet analysis

Collaborating with operations to identify process and system improvement opportunities

Supporting day-to-day administrative accounting tasks such as data entry expense tracking coding and payment application

Reviewing accounts payable for coding and tax accuracy preparing accruals and reconciling subledgers to the general ledger

Preparing year-end audit files and supporting auditors to ensure an efficient audit process

Heres What You Need

High school diploma (minimum) plus a college diploma or university degree in Accounting or a related field

23 years of relevant accounting experience

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

A valid G-Class drivers license with a clean driving abstract

Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis

Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify explain and resolve variances

Enrolment in a CPA designation program is encouraged but not required

Whats in it for you

You become part of a team you can count on

A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing

Leaders who support your growth and success

Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance

Give back to our communities with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events

Ready to Build a Stronger Future with Us

Apply today and take the next step in your accounting career.

At Walker your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment wed love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applicationsfrom qualified candidates of all ethnicities race religions gender identities and expression Indigenous communities and persons with disabilities.

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role or throughout the interview process please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation,Taleo,GAAP,Journal Entries,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Microsoft Dynamics Navision,Account Reconciliation,Accrual Accounting,Microsoft Dynamics GP,Accounts Payable

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 60000 - 75000