JOB SUMMARY
Westbrook Greenhouses Ltd. has two fully automated greenhouses with almost 1,000,000 square feet of combined greenhouse space. Westbrook is a large supplier of quality potted plants to the North American wholesale and retail mass market.
The Junior Accountant will provide temporary full-time support to the Finance team in the preparation of month end reports. This role will also provide support by auditing internal processes and assisting with testing and implementation of the new ERP system.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Month End Reporting
- Assist in the preparation and review of monthly financial statements.
- Reconcile bank statements and other general ledger accounts.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
Auditing Support
- Communicate with Purchasing team to gather necessary documentation;
- Assist with auditing purchase orders to minimize errors and ensure compliance with departmental procedures;
- Work collaboratively with Purchasing team to correct errors and resolve issues.
ERP Implementation
- Assist in the implementation and testing of the new ERP system;
- Work with the project team to migrate data from legacy systems to the new ERP;
- Help troubleshoot and resolve issues during and after ERP implementation.
General Accounting
- Prepare standard recurring reports;
- Prepare ad hoc reports as required;
- Provide support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed;
- Maintain and update accounting records and files;
- Contribute to special projects as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Post secondary degree/diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
- 0-2 years’ accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment;
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks with an appropriate sense of urgency;
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills and business acumen;
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with team members and other departments;
- Sound judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential information;
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook);
- Experience with accounting software; experience with ERP systems an asset.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Westbrook Greenhouses is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity and inclusion. Our hiring decisions are made on the basis of candidate qualifications, merit and business need. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting Human Resources.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months
Pay: $42,000.00-$45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Do you have the ability to travel to our offices in Beamsville, ON for work?
Work Location: In person
