Junior Accountant

Sonova AG•Mississauga, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is mainly responsible for assigned tasks related to Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and General Accounting.

Experience in Accounts Receivable and/or Accounts Payable administration with some accounting background
Knowledge of billing, collections and cash application procedures
Good working knowledge Microsoft tools; experience with reconciliations and data analysis
Strong attention to detail, goal orientation and strong ethics
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
Ability to meet tight deadlines

Manage customer correspondence related to reconciliation, billing, short payments, and vendor inquiries, resolving discrepancies independently or in collaboration with internal teams while maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Process, monitor, reconcile, and apply incoming payments including cheques, wires, EFTs, and credit card transactions, ensuring accuracy of cash applications and preparation of bank deposits.
Coordinate vendor master file setup and maintenance through the HICX system, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with company policies and procedures.
Review, process, code, validate, and settle corporate credit card transactions and marketing spend invoices, ensuring proper supporting documentation and timely posting.
Manage intercompany vendor accounts, including payment processing, month-end reconciliations, and reconciliation of the Accounts Payable subledger to the general ledger within reporting deadlines.
Prepare and process payments to vendors, employees, customers, and government agencies via EFT, wire, cheque, or bank transfer, while assisting with assigned general ledger reconciliations, month-end close activities, audits, and tax filing support.
Prepare financial reports for Finance leadership, provide cross-functional backup support to AR, AP, and General Accounting teams, and assist with ad hoc projects and requests supporting the Finance Manager and Director of Finance.