Accountant

ASSA ABLOY•Abbotsford, BC

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for supporting core accounting functions, including general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end close, job costing, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to deadlines. In addition, the role is responsible for the full accounts receivable (AR) cycle, leading collection efforts and optimizing cash flow. This position combines analytical insight with hands-on execution to strengthen financial reporting, maintain effective internal controls, and improve overall financial performance.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting with strong understanding of general accounting principles, AR processes and collections
Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close
Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting systems
Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

CPA designation (or in progress) is an asset

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle AR processes including customer invoicing, cash application, collections, and reporting
Generate accurate invoices and customer statements
Monitor and analyze aging, discrepancies, and unapplied cash to manage overdue accounts towards cash flow optimization
Maintain AR subledger integrity and customer master data
Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger on a regular basis
Support credit risk assessments and recommend appropriate credit limits
Maintain detailed collection notes and status tracking
Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments
Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany accounts
Manage fixed asset records and reporting
Support month-end and year-end close processes to meet deadlines
Prepare and upload financial results to Head Office reporting systems
Assist with internal and external audit requirements
Support GST/PST filings and other regulatory compliance requirements
Assist with corporate tax, withholding tax, and non-resident tax reporting
Monitor and track job/project costs across materials, labor, and overhead
Ensure accurate cost allocation within the ERP system
Analyze cost variances and identify drivers of overruns or savings
Support project profitability analysis, including WIP reporting
Review job cost postings for completeness and accuracy
Provide backup support across finance functions, including Accounts Payable, assist with payment runs, review vendor invoices, and resolve escalations
Assist with ad hoc analysis, reporting, process improvements and other operational accounting activities