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general accountant

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Employer details Jen-Col Construction Ltd.

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The *General Accountant* ensures compliance with accounting standards and company policies in their primary areas of responsibility, which are intercompany transactions, general journal entries and reconciliations, fixed assets accounting, and cash management. *Qualifications* * Comprehensive knowledge of municipal, provincial, and federal statutes related to general accounting operations * Experience with and knowledge of accounting best practices, controls, documentation, and procedures * Ability to perform effectively under pressure and time constraints * Analytical skills to recommend process improvements * Ability to work independently and as a team player * Professional written and oral communication and presentation skills * Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy * High level of proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office, Accounting, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software *Education & Experience* * Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience * Minimum three (3) years? accounting experience in the commercial/institutional construction industry * Valid driver?s license *Functional Responsibilities* * Balance intercompany AR and AP accounts, prepare payments for intercompany AP, process charge-back transactions amongst related companies as required, and determine ownership of expenses amongst related companies * Prepare monthly building rent invoices, issue rent payments from related companies, and deposit and post receipt of rent payments from unrelated companies * Prepare and post monthly rent invoices and expenses for assets (ie: furniture) * Maintain recurring journal entries (including prepaids) and reconcile GL accounts * Reconcile balance sheet accounts * Reconcile AR and AP subledgers to GL accounts * Prepare and post GST returns and payments or receivables for related companies * Prepare and post provincial and federal corporate tax installments and annual payments * Perform GL month-end close checks, reviewing for outstanding issues and clearing batches as required * Maintain capital asset registers and record acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation monthly * Verify and process overhead expense invoices and project-related invoices for payment * Prepare EFT and cheque payments to vendors, subcontractors, and internal partners * Maintain corporate credit card accounts, order new and replacement credit cards as required, balance credit limit requirements, and process credit card statements for payment * Prepare bank deposits and reconcile bank accounts * Assist in preparation and compilation of annual operating budget * Secure all necessary approvals and ensure processes and procedures are followed * Maintain compliance with accounting standards and company policies * Assist with internal and external audit requirements * Support Accounting Manager during month-end and year-end closes as required * Responsible for training on new processes and computer systems * Assist with the development of reports in the ERP system * Other administrative duties as required *Working Conditions* * Office atmosphere * Manual dexterity required to operate computer and peripherals * Periodic driving of a company vehicle Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $67,000.00-$75,000.00 per year Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site gym * On-site parking * Profit sharing * RRSP match * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * Accounting: 2 years (preferred) Work Location: In person