Senior Accountant (6 Months Contract)

Magellan•Kitchener, ON

3d•CA$35 - CA$40

About The Position

Magellan Aerospace, Kitchener has a great opportunity for a Senior Accountant (6 Months Contract). The successful incumbent will oversee & ensure proper internal controls of the finance administrative activities including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivables, and General Accounting. Support the Finance Manager with various reporting requirements & the administration of the fiscal period processes. Reporting to the Finance Manager the Senior Accountant’s major activities and responsibilities include the following. Please note this is a 6 month Contract with the possibility of extension. Hourly Range: $35/hr to $40/hr Vacancy Reason: New Position

Requirements

University/college degree in business or related field.
5 to 10 years work experience in similar position, preferably in manufacturing
Professional Accounting designation or pursuing.
Proficient with SAP Cincom, CODA or similar ERP systems
Strong working knowledge of EXCEL
Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, management regulations & compliance
Training, inspecting work and coaching skills
Knowledge of spreadsheet & accounting procedures
Effective interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Support the cash reporting: weekly function
Complete the month end close process in accordance with corporate timelines
Compete monthly Financial Statement Reporting Package for Corporate
Analyze Financial Statements and explain variance to Budget
Analyze Costs and Margins by part on a monthly basis
Support the Yearly Budget preparation
Lead general accounting function, including reconciliations of general ledger accounts, A/R, A/P, recurring journal entries
Ensure the accuracy of all department processes to the various accounts
Perform daily review of all revenue streams, costing transactions for accuracy and investigation of discrepancies and unusual transactions
Manage & reconcile intercompany transactions
Identify, review and implement process improvement initiatives
Assist with special projects and ad hoc reports
Support the external audit process and corporate enquiries
Monthly HST and WSIB reporting
Be a critical interface with internal manufacturing, contracts, quality and configuration departments as needed
Implement appropriate processes for documenting lessons learned and sharing of best practices
Other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager