The Job Shoppe is hiring a Payroll & Accounting Specialist to join a dynamic and innovative, customer service driven company in Tecumseh, Ontario

Position Type: Full-Time
Shifts: Hybrid, Days

What You’ll Be Doing:

Financial Reporting & Analysis:
Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Analyze financial data to provide insights on profitability, cost management, and revenue growth.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
Budgeting & Forecasting:
Manage the annual budget, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives.
Provide regular financial forecasts based on trends, market conditions, and pipeline activity.
Analyze budget-to-actual variances and report significant deviations to senior management.
Revenue & Billing Management:
Oversee the billing process, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing for clients.
Track revenue recognition.
Manage accounts receivable, following up on overdue invoices, and ensuring timely cash collection.
Payroll & Compensation:
Process and manage deductions for taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other withholdings.
Address and resolve employee inquiries related to payroll issues, deductions, and discrepancies promptly and professionally.
Prepare and present payroll reports, summaries, and metrics for senior management.
Utilize payroll software and systems to process payroll and manage employee data efficiently.
Conduct regular audits and reconciliations of payroll data to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with tax regulations and labour laws related to employee compensation.
Accurately process weekly payroll for all employees, including salaried, hourly, and temporary staff.
Cash Flow Management
Monitor the firm’s cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs.
Manage cash flow forecasting, considering payment terms with clients and payroll obligations.
Optimize working capital by managing payment cycles with vendors and clients.
Team Leadership & Development:
Lead and mentor the payroll and accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the team’s skills and knowledge.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on financial reporting and analysis in a service-based industry.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

About The Job Shoppe:
The Job Shoppe, is an international award-winning full-service Human Resource Firm that has provided world-class business solutions for nearly 20 years. They are a trusted partner to their clients and associates, empowering businesses and people to realize their full potential. The Job Shoppe has been recognized through numerous accolades over the past years including Best of Staffing – Client Satisfaction and Best of YQG – Employment Agency, to name a few.

Recruitment Accommodations:
The Job Shoppe values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Payroll: 3 years (required)
Accounting: 3 years (required)
Microsoft Office: 3 years (required)
Analysis skills: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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Payroll & Accounting Specialist