Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented senior accountant to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. The senior accountant's responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned.
To be successful as a senior accountant, you should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong analystical skills You should also have strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, ability to meet targets and deadlines, and effectively work both independently and within a team environment, with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Coordinating accounting functions and programs.
- Preparing various financial analyses and reports, including job cost audits.
- Preparing revenue projections and forecasting expenditure.
- Assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets.
- Review the biweekly payroll in ADP and acting as back up as required.
- Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
- Assisting with annual audit preparations.
- Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, issues of non-compliance and audit findings.
- Preparing federal, state, local, and special tax returns.
- Contributing to the development of process and procedure documentation.
- Supporting Junior staff, and performing other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
- Professional accounting designation.
- 6+ years of accounting experience.
- Working knowledge of tax laws and GAAP.
- Working knowledge of Payroll, experience with ADP an asset.
- Experience using INFOR Clouded ERP system is an asset.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and other productivity software
- Ability to train and mentor staff.
*If you don't meet minimum qualifications, you may not be considered for the job"
Requirements
- Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Police Check
- Covid-19 vaccination proof
- Strong financial analysis skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organizational and stress management skills.
- Ability to read, write, speak English.
Working Conditions
- Hours of Work: Monday to Friday (8:30am – 5pm)
- Ability to stand/walk for up to 8 hours each day.
- Ability to lift up to 20lbs independently.
Zest Accommodations Our Company welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in the completion of this application.
About Us
Zest Communities Inc., and any subsidiaries manages seniors care homes in multiple locations across Canada as well as St. Elizabeth Village, a 55+ community that brings resort-style living to Hamilton. At its centre, a delightful village with invigorating four season indoor and outdoor recreational activities, retail and entertainment amenities will offer residents an unsurpassed lifestyle. We offer affordable independent and assisted living. With beautiful views of the natural landscape, our spacious private and shared rooms are bright, comfortable, and secure.
Our head office is located within St. Elizabeth Village, Hamilton.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you able to reliably commute to Hamilton ON L9B 1V2?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 6 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (required)
Work Location: In person
