Founded in Switzerland in 1874, the Schindler Group is a leading global provider of elevators, escalators, and related services. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, and Canadian Headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, Schindler Elevator Corporation is the North American operating entity of the Switzerland-based Schindler Group. The company specializes in latest-technology engineering as well as mechanical and micro-technology products designed and rigorously tested for comfort, efficiency and reliability. Schindler products can be found in many well-known buildings throughout Canada, including Scotia Plaza, Bay & Adelaide, Edmonton Arena, Calgary Airport, and Vancouver Canada Line. The Accountant is responsible for financial reporting, general ledger reconciliation, treasury, payment and reimbursement system maintenance, accounts payable and receivables, fixed asset & lease accounting and other accounting functions. He/She must possess self-development mentality, solid communication, IT, organizational and analytical skills. He/She ensures the timely processing of month end closing, sales tax filing, weekly bank payments, intercompany clearing, account reconciliation and expense reporting. In addition, the Accountant will support the Head of Accounting and Reporting in budget preparation, income tax filing, internal and external audit, SOX 404 reporting and other finance functions as required. Finance Support Prepare sales tax return (GST/HST/QST), filing and accounting postings Perform weekly payments via banking platforms Exercise monthly cashflow forecast and intercompany account clearing with group affiliates Perform audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits Assist with annual tax filing process Accountable for special projects as assigned Assist in budget update in SAP Execute month end closing using SAP, particularly FICO and COPA module Perform variance analysis for operating expenses Reconcile affiliate accounts for intercompany confirmation Support Head of Accounting and Reporting with budget and forecast preparation General Ledger Maintenance Review and reconcile general ledger accounts and prepare adjusting entries Responsible for monthly balance sheet account reconciliation Accounts Payable, Receivable and banking Perform monthly bank reconciliation before monthly closing Process monthly corporate tax installments Process monthly reconciliation including P-card purchases, cell phone/GPS usage, and fleet charges. Post secondary degree in accounting or finance, and minimum of 2 years related experience in a similar role Proficient in MS Office Knowledge of SAP an asset Analytical: Ability to analyze data and present findings Competitive Extended Health, Life, Dental & Vision Plans At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or protected veteran status.