Who is Northstar Access? Northstar Access is the leading provider of safe, temporary access solutions to construction and industrial markets across Canada. We provide end-to-end service (design, engineering, delivery, installation, rental, and sales), and our growing list of products include scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, edge protection, material hoists, and mast climbing work platforms. Northstar’s customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety. Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 6 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia and Alberta, employing more than 400 experienced professionals.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a**full-time (hybrid role, min. of 3 days a week in the office),**General Accountant.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the General Accountant will hold a broad range of responsibilities including full cycle accounting within the construction industry.

In addition to the base salary, the role is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid vacation days, paid sick days, paid flexible diversity day, comprehensive health, dental and vision plan, retirement plan with company contribution, professional development support, company incentives such as a referral program, and team-building and social events.

The stated range, which may vary depending on primary work location, represents the minimum and maximum base salary we expect to offer newly hired employees for this position. We recognize that exceptional talent doesn’t always fit neatly into a bracket. If your qualifications exceed the scope of this role, we may be open to expanding the mandate — and adjusting the salary — to reflect your expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Entering financial data into accounting software, such as invoices, receipts, and payments.

• Perform month-end and year-end close procedures, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions, including sales, purchases, and expenses.

• Processing invoices, ensuring accurate payments, and managing accounts payable.

• Enter timesheets on a weekly basis.

• Maintaining capital asset, capital lease, prepaid, and accrued liabilities schedules.

• Reconciling bank statements with the general ledger, ensuring accurate balances.

• Identifying and resolving any discrepancies between bank statements and the general ledger.

• Assist in preparing and filing sales tax returns.

• Assisting with audit preparation and providing documentation to auditors.

• Responding to audit queries and providing necessary information.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. Through financial and business analysis drive better, faster decisions, EBITDA improvement, and increased customer satisfaction.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support finance-related initiatives and projects.

• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the finance department.

• Supporting monthly and yearly inventory counts.

• General accounting duties.

• Other ad-hoc analysis and office administration as required.

• Other duties and projects as assigned.

What we're looking for?

• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience

• Highschool diploma, post secondary education in Accounting/Bookkeeping preferred

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles

• Experience with full cycle accounting

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas) and PowerPoint

• Strong analytical skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills

• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines

• Ability to analyze business process and maintain internal controls

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to communicate with team members up and down the organization

• Team player

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

• Honest, humble, courteous, and able to demonstrate strong work ethics

• Driven and ability to work with minimum supervision

Northstar Access is an equal opportunity employer. We value and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

All applications are assessed by our HR team. We do not utilize artificial intelligence or automated filtering systems at any stage of our recruitment process.