Accountant

Job title: Accountant

Company: Wolseley

Job description: At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.Join the Pros!James Electric Motor Services Ltd, a division of Wolseley Canada Inc, is a sales and service center for Pumps, Motors, Fans and Blowers. Based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, the company has been servicing customers since 1974. It started as a small motor rewind shop with four employees and have grown since. At James Electric our huge inventory and expert staff will be able to offer you the ability to redesign and rebuild motors, pumps, fans and blowers to your exact specifications. Our extensive inventory consists of replacement bearings, seals, shafts, impellers, gaskets, fans, controls, motors, and other replacement parts for immediate service.As a member of our accounting team, this position is responsible for oversight of the daily activities of the James Electric accounting including Cash Management, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. This position also requires providing support for the month end close process including pre-close analysis, monthly close, and post close processes. The individual in this position will work closely with the Financial Controller as well as with members of the Wolseley finance team members located in Burlington Ontario.What’s in it for you?

• Regular business hours Monday to Friday
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability and wellness program
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program
• Safety shoe reimbursement

What you will do:

• Ensures that Cash Transactions are properly recorded on a daily basis through interaction with team members.
• Works closely with the Accounts Payable team to ensure AP processes and procedures meet compliance requirements.
• Works closely with the Accounts Receivable team members to ensure that cash receipts are processed in a timely manner and cleared to the appropriate GL account as well as ensure compliance standards are met.
• Works closely with the Financial Controller to identify process gaps and assist with meeting USGAAP compliance standards for all accounting functions.
• Works closely with Financial Controller to coordinate the month end process to include pre-close analysis, month end close, and post close processes.
• Prepares journal entries as needed to complete specifically assigned functions.
• Makes recommendations for process improvement to support achievement of Base Financial Control requirements and lead any remediation of control gaps in the monthly base financial controls.
• Assists with development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for accounting tasks to have available documents that may be used for cross training or new hires.

What you will bring:

• Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance, CGA or CPA preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting or Finance
• Knowledge of Accounting for Retail and Internet businesses considered an asset
• Knowledge of Windward and Oracle considered an asset
• Strong Excel skills and the ability to data extract, mine, and manipulate large volumes of data
• Highly attentive to detail
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

Expected salary:

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Sat, 08 Feb 2025 07:34:21 GMT

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