Scott Builders Inc. is seeking a highly organized, detailed oriented Junior Accountant to join the team! The Junior Accountant is responsible for tasks including accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit card administration and other month-end processes. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills will be required as communication with vendors and internal clients will be a key component within this position.
About Us:
Scott Builders Inc. specializes in total construction services, offering a single point of contact for every phase of a project. Established in 1971, Scott Builders stands among the leading Design/Build Contractors in Canada. The success in our organization has been driven by our people. We provide an excellent work environment with substantial opportunity for individual growth.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in a support role for bank reconciliation processes, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other financial transactional processing as required.
- Corporate credit card administration – issuance of new cards and agreements within policy, cancellation of cards/accounts, uploading transactions from online platform to ERP system and reconciliation to credit card statement.
- Vendor compliance administration including certificates of insurances, workers compensation coverage clearances and statutory declarations for holdback funds release.
- Weekly review and upload of equipment revenue transactions to ERP system.
- Manage and maintain monthly insurance working papers.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly reconciliations and year-end working papers.
- Assist with client contract creation and associated administration paperwork.
- Cross training on other functional areas within the Finance team.
Requirements:
- Post Secondary diploma or Degree in a business, accounting, or related discipline (a combination of relevant industry experience and education may be considered).
- Previous experience in an accounting role with a focus on financial transactional processing and month end processes.
- Previous experience in the construction industry preferred.
- Basic knowledge of accounting systems, payment regulations, budgets, and internal controls.
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to prepare ad hoc reports; adaptable and quick to learn new software and systems. Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to handle confidential information ethically and professionally.
- Strong work ethic, positive team attitude, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Effective problem-solving, analytical thinking and prioritization skills
- Calm and professional demeanor in high-pressure situations
- Ability to interpret and apply company policies and procedures.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Customer-focused with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Scott Builders Inc. is an employee owned, leading Design-Build Construction Management firm based in Alberta, with projects throughout Western Canada.
We provide a collaborative work environment, opportunities for development and growth, as well as a comprehensive compensation package including a competitive salary, benefit and savings plan, and the opportunity to be an owner!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
- Construction Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
