Senior Accountant
Mercer Celgar•Castlegar, BC
•CA$92,000 - CA$139,000•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team at Mercer Celgar. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating audits - internal, external and third-party assurance, capital and fixed asset accounting and supporting various financial functions within our organization.
Requirements
- Professional Designation (CPA) or working towards
- Degree (B.Sc./B.A.) or Diploma (Dip.) in Commerce, Business Admin, Finance or similar 4 year post-secondary discipline
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience
- Proficiency in a variety of office software applications including accounting software, MS Excel, Google Suite, SAP and other ERP systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the manufacturing or forestry industry
- Familiarity with international accounting standards
Responsibilities
- Coordinate SOX audits - internal and external
- Coordinate Pension audit - includes preparation of pension statements
- Coordinate third-party assurance audits & reviews
- Prepare and oversee transactions for capital & fixed assets
- Prepare month-end journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
- Support preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls in a SOX compliant environment.
- Prepare and distribute scheduled and ad hoc financial reports
- Other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pension plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions matched by the company up to a certain %
- Group benefits package with no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits
- On-site gym
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
