Sierra Supply Chain Services is on the search for an Accountant - Intermediate to join us at our Hamiltonfacility on a 14-month contract (Maternity Coverage)

Location: 90 Glover Road - Hamilton

Contract Details: Full-time, 14 months in length

Wage: $32-$36/H + 4% Vacation pay

About the role :

The Accountant - Intermediatewill be responsible for supporting the Finance team in executing the day-to-day Finance operations of Sierra Cold. Specifically, Accountant - Intermediatewill support the Finance Manager with ongoing compliance activities, including reporting, audit and management of the Company’s books and records. The Accountant - Intermediate will be responsible for Accounts Payable/Receivable, month-end, quarter-end processing, and year-end close reconciliations including ad hoc projects.

Your Day to Day:

Accounts Payable/Receivable function and administration. Including corporate expenses, A/P, A/R.
Assist in researching, tracking, and resolving discrepancies.
Prepare, balance and complete cheque runs for various vendors.
Maintain various records, spreadsheets, and documents.
Prepare financial statements and notes.
Assist with month-end, year-end financial close process to ensure accuracy and completion.
Complete journal entries, balance sheet preparation, and reconciliations.
Prepare GST/HST returns for filing with the government.
Support financial processes, P&L and balance sheet reviews, weekly cheques and wires review and approvals.
Assist in audits, preparation of audit work papers and year end audit packages.
Provide and ensure accuracy of coding for all payables; ensure proper supporting documents are attached and that departmental approval is provided.
Adhere to all policies and follow established procedures.
Assist in the quarterly/annual reporting, where required.
Assist in the annual budgeting, where required.

Required Skills/Experience:

2+ years of Accounting/Finance experience, preferably within a warehousing/logistics environment.
Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Good customer service skills providing prompt and courteous support.
Strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills allowing for efficient and effective identification of problems and the ability to apply appropriate solutions.
Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel (intermediate), Outlook.
Must be reliable, pro-active, and attentive to details.
Good time management skills - know how to prioritize multiple tasks.
Good interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
Able to maintain confidential information.

Academic/Education Requirements:

Post-secondary education in Accounting or a relevant field.

Working towards a CPA or an additional Certification and/or Designation is an asset

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