Accounting Associate

Linamar Corporation • Guelph, ON

84d • CA$60,000 - CA$75,000

About The Position

Plan, organize and administer specialized accounting activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts and for developing financial statements and reports. May provide functional advice or training to less experienced accountants.

Requirements

• A university degree or college diploma in Accounting, Business or a related discipline is required.
• Candidate should be prepared to enroll in the CPA program.
• Interpret graphs of financial variables and create tables to track financial data.
• Prepare financial summaries such as balance sheets and income statements.
• Evaluate the accuracy of financial data.
• Ability to discuss a variety of accounting and work-related topics with co-workers and colleagues.
• Present financial information to managers and supervisors.
• Integrate tasks with co-workers such as clerks, other accountants, supervisors, and managers to observe accounting and administrative requirements and meet deadlines.
• Continuously maintain current knowledge of all related Acts and Regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a fully computerized environment including knowledge of IFS, BPC SAP, PowerBI and advanced MS Excel skills is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all month end reconciliations and journal entries with complete back up in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare and support the analysis of the financial statements, and regular monthly reports in a timely manner.
• Complete product line income statements and variance analysis with explanations for all significant items.
• Prepare and maintain daily reporting with commentary for sales and various costs compared to forecast.
• Prepare monthly product line income statements and other monthly reports in a timely manner.
• Prepare, analyze, and assist with accurate processing of monthly accounts payable and accounts receivable aging.
• Provide complete payroll backup in the absence of the payroll clerk.
• Assist with development of standard cost base for all purchased and manufactured components on an annual basis when required.
• Ensure that all charges to the fixed asset accounts are categorized properly (comply with company policy).
• On a monthly basis, reconcile fixed assets sub ledger to the general ledger.
• Provide support to interim and year-end audit.
• Assist with preparation of annual budget, five-year business plan, and the rolling forecast as required.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree