Staff Accountant

Job title:

Staff Accountant

Company

Robert Half

Job description

Robert Half is looking to find a talented, efficient Staff Accountant to join an esteemed organization. Your responsibilities as Staff Accountant will include preparing journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation. You’ll also be responsible for various aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. You’ll also be participating in compliance, reviewing schedules for the reporting processes, and staying connected with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. A very involved position, the Staff Accountant spends a good deal of time producing Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Located in the Oshawa, Ontario area, the company offering this challenging short-term contract / temporary opportunity provides a thriving environment and rewards effort.Responsibilities– Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested– Produce complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll– Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision– Support capital lease and monthly payment schedules– Carry out fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation– Participate in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation– Oversee the creation of monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for reporting to management– Take part the in implementation and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with GAAP– Be a part of various department-wide initiatives– Commentate on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner
– Bank reconciliations experience– Foundational knowledge in general ledger– Accounts Payable (AP) experience desired– Demonstrated knowledge of Great Plains (GPAC)– Journal entries experience highly desired– Adeptness in month end closings– Knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR)– Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity– Competent with spreadsheets and databases– BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics– 2+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience– Efficient in ERP systems– Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement– Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills– Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills– Spreadsheet and database capabilities– Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills– Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlinesRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2024 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting,…

Expected salary

Location

Oshawa, ON

Job date

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:08:02 GMT

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