DesignAgency is one of the most distinguished design studios in Canada and our services are widely sought after, with clients in more than 26 cities and 9 countries worldwide. Our global success is based on our high level of design excellence and our ability to create special environments through narratives developed with the client. Working for leading companies, developers and hospitality groups, our clients work directly with one or more of our partners, reflecting our belief that great design requires leadership, focus and commitment.
DesignAgency is looking for an experienced General Accountant to perform operational and project accounting as part of the accounting team. The General Accountant will be fully engaged in the accounting cycle for the Canadian parent company and its two global subsidiaries (USA & Spain). This is a fast-paced, high-volume role; the successful candidate will be highly driven, always striving for improvement, and will possess the time-management skills necessary to meet all deadlines.
The General Accountant will report directly to the Director of Finance and will play a crucial role in this rapidly expanding business and will participate in the redesign and improvement of bookkeeping processes.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Review and post Sub-Consultants & Vendor invoice entry and payments
- Prepare and post bank, employee and Visa expense entry and payments
- Prepare and update Accounts Payable list weekly and maintain AP aging and Vendor files
- Prepare and maintain Prepaid sub-ledger
- Prepare monthly client statements for outstanding invoices and follow up directly with clients, and maintain AR aging (with detailed notes)
- Providing back up for invoice preparation
- Assist with invoice preparation as needed
- Other duties as needed.
Skills And Attributes
- Must be very organized and detail-oriented
- Familiarity with foreign currency transactions
- Effective communicator both oral and written Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with integrity
- Possess strong problem-solving skills and excellent decision-making skills
- In-depth knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting procedures
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Apply accounting principles, knowledge, and techniques to successfully manage the financial calendar.
Qualifications
- College diploma in Accounting or equivalent is a benefit
- Minimum of three years of accounting or bookkeeping experience is required
- Experience with bank/credit card reconciliations and vendor invoice entry is required
- Previous experience with project accounting is preferred
- Experience in Ajera (Deltek product) or similar project accounting software is highly desirable
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive and solutions-based approach to problem-solving
- Commitment to high-quality work and exceptional client service.
- This position requires someone who will be very self-motivated and able to work independently.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
