Accountant

AccountantEmployment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: CFO
Location: On-site, manufacturing environment
Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations within a manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Controller/CFO, this individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, supporting payroll processing, and assisting with month-end and year-end financial activities.
The ideal candidate has strong full-cycle accounting experience, works independently with minimal supervision, and is comfortable balancing multiple priorities while meeting financial reporting and compliance deadlines.
Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate and complete documentation.
• Match purchase orders with supplier invoices and prepare customer invoices as required.
• Monitor outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue accounts, and prepare accounts receivable reports.
• Process vendor payments, manage payment schedules, and maintain accurate vendor records.
• Perform bank reconciliations, prepare deposits, and monitor cash balances.
• Process biweekly payroll and maintain payroll records using an established payroll system.
• Complete daily accounting transactions and support month-end closing, trial balance preparation, and year-end reporting.
• Enter and maintain financial data within the company's ERP system, including accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Calculate and remit applicable government deductions and payments, including HST, WSIB, and employee benefit contributions.
• Prepare year-end financial documentation and supporting schedules for tax filings and external audits.
• Provide administrative and clerical support to management as required.
• Follow established quality management procedures, documentation standards, and applicable industry requirements.
• Adhere to workplace health and safety policies and undertake additional duties as business needs arise.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of full-cycle accounting and bookkeeping experience.
• Currently pursuing or working toward a recognized accounting designation.
• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and payroll.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, along with experience using ERP and accounting software.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and payroll systems such as ADP is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Comfortable communicating with customers and vendors regarding invoices, payments, and account inquiries.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision on routine accounting tasks.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements This is an on-site position within a manufacturing and production facility. The role may require periodic exposure to elevated noise levels, moving machinery, industrial dust, and manufacturing oils.
The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an industrial environment and able to stand, walk, bend, and perform other routine physical movements as required. The position may involve lifting items weighing up to 30 pounds.
All employees are expected to comply with applicable occupational health and safety legislation and established workplace safety procedures.
This posting reflects an active vacancy. We use applicant tracking software and technology-assisted tools to support the screening and management of applications; all hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to application volume, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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