Senior Accountant

Job Description:

Trout River requires a positive, co-operative and motivated individual to join our finance team. This role is responsible for overseeing the accuracy of financial reporting. This position is for a skilled, hands-on, detail-orientated individual who is well organized and efficient in performing accounting tasks with minimal supervision. The Senior Accountant reports directly to the Financial Controller.

Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Compile accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with accounting standards
• Manage general ledger activities including journal entries, accruals and account reconciliations
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Support tax compliance, including sales tax and corporate tax filings
• Seek project funding opportunities to support company initiatives including proposal development, reporting, compliance and overall project management
• Analyze financial data, identify variances, and provide valuable insights
• Lead and support finance-related initiatives, including system upgrades, process improvements and policy updates
• Support the evaluation and enhancement of accounting processes, internal controls and operational efficiencies
• Mentor junior accounting staff by providing guidance and training
• Work closely with other finance department staff members by aiding, collaborating and reviewing work as required
• Work with various departments to ensure accurate financial data integration
• Provide administrative support to management and other staff as needed

Required Skills:

• Diploma/Degree in Business, Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of experience doing a similar role preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Effective organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communicative skills
• Good problem solving and change management abilities
• Strong ethics and professionalism
• Motivated and proactive with a desire to learn and continuously improve
• Strong computer skills including the ability to operate Microsoft Office products

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person