Financial Accountant

Sonepar•Brampton, ON

130d

About The Position

Sonepar Canada is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in the business-to-business distribution of electrical, industrial and safety products and related solutions. In Canada, we are represented by 6 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors and have over 100+ locations with coverage in 9 provinces. We are a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees. To explore and learn more about Sonepar opportunities, please visit www.career.sonepar.com

Requirements

University/College Education, with an accounting option; CPA designation an asset
5 years experience in a similar position, ideally in a retail or distribution business
Experience with financial close processes and financial statement preparation, good understanding of full-cycle accounting; knowledge in IFRS is an asset.
The ability to analyze and summarize information to understand findings and issues
An analytical mind and detail oriented; inquisitive, with the ability to work conscientiously and consistently
Organization, communication, and team-work skills. Rigorous, adaptable, positive attitude/being proactive.
Ability to work in close collaboration with a variety of individuals and groups
Strong computer skills including Office suite, Excel spreadsheets, Power BI.
Experience with ERP systems, Infor SX, MS Power BI and Teams, & COGNOS is an asset

Nice To Haves

CPA designation an asset
knowledge in IFRS is an asset
Experience with ERP systems, Infor SX, MS Power BI and Teams, & COGNOS is an asset

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries at Month End / Year End within established deadlines. Including accruals, reclassifications and adjustments
Complete monthly account reconciliation and investigate discrepancies
Accrual, calculation and distribution of monthly commissions
Fixed assets reconciliation and reporting
Provide some GL extractions/back-up for both the external and internal audits
Any other requests from the Accounting Supervisor (cheque request, insurance, vehicles...)
Assist in process integrity and improvements, including developing automated solutions
Provide reports and financial analysis as required to senior/branch/operations managers to drive improved decision making
Variance analysis
Support Operations team and Branch Managers in day-to-day financial matters
Special Projects as required

Benefits

Competitive salary
Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents’ needs.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Spending Account
RRSP matching
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Career path
Company paid Life Insurance
Employee paid disability