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Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Encore CanadaMississauga, Ontario
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD65000 yearly
Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accountant role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of Encore Canada’s financial data. This includes auditing commission calculations, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial reports, assisting with audit and tax preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. In addition to day-to-day functions, this role will take on special projects assigned by leadership in all areas of accounting to meet management’s needs. This position requires excellent communication skills as well as strong organization skills to successfully manage the monthly volume of transactions.

Key Job Responsibilities

Month End Close

  • Complete journal entries for all areas assigned, as required, within the close calendar deadlines.
  • Maintain schedules and post accruals for month end reporting, including revenue-based venue incentives.
  • Analyze results for all areas assigned to identify issues and contribute to a timely and appropriate resolution.

Account Analysis and Reconciliations

  • Research and analyze location income statement and general ledger accounts per requests from hotel directors and management.
  • Correct problems such as miscoding or improperly booked entries.
  • Perform account reconciliations for a portion of the balance sheet as assigned.
  • Support our customer base with reconciliation of commission for venues and third-party contracts.

    • Accounting Support

  • Perform other duties as assigned from the General Accounting Department.
  • Prepare select information for tax returns, assist with audit preparation as required.
  • Contribute to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
  • Support the maintenance of the financial and billing systems, including chart of accounts and commission structures.

    • Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of a BA in Accounting or Finance.
  • 3-5 years’ experience working in an accounting department.
  • Working knowledge of all accounting functions and related principles (including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll and General Ledger).
  • Expert level working knowledge of Excel.
  • High level of detail and accuracy when responding to requests as well as financial reporting.
  • Completion or current enrollment in CPA program an asset.

    • Competencies

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Decision Making
  • Relationship Management

    • Physical Requirements

    Physical Requirements

    Hours Per Day

    Lifting Requirements

    Frequency

    Sitting

    6-8 Hours

    Lifting 0 - 15 lbs.

    Frequently

    Standing

    2-3 Hours

    Lifting 16 – 50 lbs.

    Occasionally

    Walking

    0-1 Hours

    Lifting 51 - 100 lbs.

    Never

    Stooping

    0-1 Hours

    Lifting Over 100 lbs.

    Never

    Crawling

    0-1 Hours

    Kneeling

    0-1 Hours

    Carrying Requirements

    Frequency

    Bending

    0-1 Hours

    Carrying 0 - 15 lbs.

    Frequently

    Reaching (above your head)

    0-1 Hours

    Carrying 16 – 50 lbs.

    Occasionally

    Climbing

    0-1 Hours

    Carrying 51 - 100 lbs.

    Never

    Grasping

    0-1 Hours

    Carrying Over 100 lbs.

    Never

    Auditory / Visual Requirements

    Frequency

    Pushing / Pulling Requirements

    Frequency

    Close Vision

    Continuously

    Pushing / Pulling 0 - 15 lbs.

    Occasionally

    Distance Vision

    Frequently

    Pushing / Pulling 16 – 50 lbs.

    Occasionally

    Colour Vision

    Continuously

    Pushing / Pulling 51 - 100 lbs.

    Never

    Peripheral Vision

    Occasionally

    Pushing / Pulling Over 100 lbs.

    Never

    Depth Perception

    Occasionally

  • Identifies the physical requirements that team members perform without assistance.

    • Hearing

    Continuously

    Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Work Environment

    Work is performed primarily in an office environment or from your home office depending on circumstances, and every effort will be made to accommodate the employee and employer. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in an office environment and when traveling.