The Opportunity
Our Finance team is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and supporting various financial projects.
As the successful candidate, you have a proven track record for driving continuous improvement in a strong internal control environment. You have excellent communication and analytical abilities, as well as having demonstrated an extremely high level of accuracy with excellent attention to detail.
We are looking for someone who will be a positive contributor to the team – someone who takes their work seriously but themselves a bit less so, a strong communicator who can equally share their thoughts and listen to feedback, and someone who can thrive in a collaborative, deadline-driven office environment.
Ways You Can Contribute
- Process invoices, verify expenses, and manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Recording and processing payment for AP invoices and employees’ expenses.
- Assist in tax filings, including HST/GST returns, payroll taxes, and other regulatory requirements.
- Creating and sending monthly invoices and statements to clients.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
- Recording of payment received including fund transfers through EFT & depositing cheques.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP.
- Prepare draft billing information for internal account leads.
- Track accounts receivable and follow-up with clients for outstanding invoices and accounts receivable.
- Escalating issues or irregularities to Director.
- Assist with month-end and year-end processes and audit requirements.
- Any other tasks or initiatives as assigned by Director.
Who You Are
- 5+ years of experience as an Accountant in a mid-sized professional services firm.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA designation or in progress is preferred.
- Solid business acumen and understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and working knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop.
- Proficiency in PSA, Harvest, and QuickBooks is considered an asset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to consistently meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent organization and prioritization skills.
- Extremely high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- The ability to handle external customer queries professionally and calmy.
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Team player with strong interpersonal communication skills.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive wage and bonus plan complemented with a comprehensive range of 100% employer paid benefits, RRSP matching and vacation.
Pay Range: $80,000 - $95,000
About Us
Sussex offers exceptional advisory services and empowers businesses, corporations, associations, and non-profit organizations to navigate complex public, government, and regulatory landscapes. Our expertise lies in developing and implementing comprehensive public affairs plans that shape public opinion, influence government policy, and advocate for our clients' interests.
Since our founding in 1998, we have proudly remained Canadian-owned and independently operated. With offices in Toronto and Ottawa and a network of accomplished affiliates nationwide, Sussex possesses unparalleled knowledge of government affairs, strategic communications, and digital advocacy to help achieve your business goals. At Sussex, we don't just understand the challenges our clients face, we embrace them as opportunities for growth and transformation.
Sussex is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our hiring process and decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We strive to create a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform us of your requirements. We will work with you to provide accommodations based on your individual needs to ensure a fair and accessible process.
