Job Title: Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports To: Controller

A. JOB PROFILE

As a member of the Finance Department, the Junior Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting functions of the company, maintaining accurate financial records, and managing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. This role also provides operational backup to the Payroll Coordinator and Shipper/Receiver as required, particularly during busy periods or when additional coverage is needed.

B. AUTHORITY The Junior Accountant reports directly to the Controller and receives daily directions, guidance, and financial oversight.

C. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

- Perform account reconciliations and maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
- Prepare and issue customer invoices.
- Process financial transactions and journal entries to ensure accurate recording of business activities.
- Maintain and update general ledger accounts and financial databases.
- Perform routine ledger maintenance and ensure financial information is accurate and up to date.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Assist with the preparation of income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial reports.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, including profit and loss statements, cash flow records, and balance sheets.
- Prepare and submit weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Maintain, update, and record company fixed asset documentation.
- Assist with the preparation and filing of reports required to maintain compliance with applicable provincial and federal regulations.
- Communicate with customers and vendors regarding billing discrepancies, account inquiries, and other routine matters.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Payroll Support · Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll for hourly, salaried and commissioned employees using the Avanti payroll system.





· Calculate and process pay adjustments and verify payroll entries.

· Process personnel changes and make appropriate adjustments to the payroll systems such as entering new hires, terminations, benefit deductions, garnishments, etc.

· Input data on Avanti payroll software; maintain integrity of data. Record employee information, such as workers comp, time-off, and wage/salary/commission information in order to maintain and update payroll records in coordination with Human Resources.

· Process benefit enrollments, changes and terminations with third party benefit providers.

· Process terminations and issue records of employment and complete unemployment records as required.

· Facilitate direct deposits for all staff’s payroll, including processing manual cheques and stop payments as required.

· Process government and other third-party remittances. Process Electronic File Transfer payments and prepare monthly bank reconciliations.

· Coordinate with the Intermediate Accountant or Controller for the generation of general ledger entries that relate to payroll.

· Generate and process management reports. Prepare ad hoc reports related to pay and benefits for appropriate departments.

· Compile and prepare payroll data such as group RRSP, insurance and other payroll deductions, coordinate payroll and deduction information to third party administrators; ensure all quarterly/annual reports are filed with appropriate government agencies i.e. income taxes, year-end T4’s.

· Provide year-end reconciliations and audit working papers to support year-end audit requirements.

· Respond to inquiries from employees, government agencies and other third parties as required.





· Participate in Orientations for new hires, completing the Payroll & Benefits portion.

D. EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of hands-on accounting experience, with an emphasis on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
- Required: Practical knowledge or experience with payroll principles and/or payroll processing to effectively support the Payroll Coordinator.
- Asset: Familiarity with shipping and receiving procedures, inventory management, or purchase order tracking in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Asset: Experience with Avanti and/or Epicor software.

E. SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals, accounts payable/accounts receivable processes, and payroll concepts.
- Proficiency with accounting and ERP software.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a high degree of numerical accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and payroll information.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Team-oriented and willing to provide operational and payroll support as required.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

F. WORKING CONDITIONS

- Primarily a standard office environment, with occasional interaction in warehouse and plant-floor areas.
- Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, data entry, and keyboarding.
- May be required to move or lift materials, files, and documents weighing up to 15–20 lbs.

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Adaptable schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Accountant (Edmonton)
🏢 ACQBUILT
📍 Edmonton