Senior Accountant

Job title: Senior 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!As a member of our accounting team, the Seni Accountant is responsible for managing high-risk accounts in the financials. 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 Accounting Manager and other personnel in the Wolseley finance team located in Burlington Ontario.What’s in it for you?

• Full health care benefits starting day one.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package.
• Life insurance, disability and wellness programs
• 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:

• Take ownership of assigned GL accounts and ensure accuracy, understanding, and consistency of application and compliance with GAAP.
• Responsible for performing various month end/quarter end close activities to meet accounting close deadlines. These include, but are not limited to, journal entry preparation and submission and preparation of appropriate support.
• Reconcile and maintain the integrity of the assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Works closely with the Accounting Manager to identify process gaps and assist with meeting SOX compliance requirements for all accounting functions.
• Makes recommendations for process improvement as identified from compliance report or from interaction with team members.
• 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.
• Provide ad-hoc support for projects and initiatives.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and plans to or is in pursuit of a CPA designation.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting or Finance
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP
• Strong analytical skills required with the ability to perform complex account reconciliations.
• Advanced level Excel skills (pivots, v-lookups, and advanced formulas)
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong time management skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a team player with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of AS4000 and Oracle ERP considered an asset.

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: Burlington, ON

Job date: Sat, 22 Jun 2024 00:42:38 GMT

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