Accounting Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

Under moderate supervision, provides support for month-end closing requirements including fixed assets, journal entries, banking, financial reporting and closing requirements. Acts as a liaison between multiple departments to resolve issues or answer inquiries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs accounting functions including monthly account reconciliations, monitoring certain monthly accruals and preparing journal entries in order to ensure proper reporting financials.
Maintains and analyzes fixed asset ledger in order to ensure purchases are classified properly and fall within budget.
Performs and analyzes monthly closing and various daily activities in relation to inventory and cash management.
Ensures internal controls are operating correctly with the goal of zero deficiencies through JSOX auditing.
Performs financial analysis and assists in financial reporting activities in order to ensure proper recording of transactions.
Investigates and analyzes accounting and financial related data in order to reconcile and audit information.
Performs more complex intercompany account reconciliation.
Assists with process improvement activities including maintaining and implementing internal controls.
Acts as a liaison between internal departments and other DENSO locations in order to resolve outstanding issues.
Performs monthly financial reporting as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
0-3 Years of Related Experience

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must also have knowledge of GAAP/IFRS.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to discuss or transmit primarily factual information to internal and external customers in the normal course of performing duties
Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible
Customer service skills to display a service-oriented attitude in addressing and responding to customer issues
Intermediate understanding of accounting principles
Cross functional team member
Process improvement mindset
Intermediate system knowledge
Maintains full ownership of D-café
Ability to take ownership of financial statements

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Posting Type: Existing Vacancy

Work Location: In person

BENEFITS:

Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Discounted or free food
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Wellness program

Range of Expected Annual Salary, inclusive of discretionary annual bonus: $59,220 – $75,845

Investigate, analyze, and reconcile accounting and financial information
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements
Act as a liaison between internal departments and affiliates
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records
Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure efficient processes
Assist in month-end and year-end close procedures
Maintain and update financial records and databases
Prepare financial reports and present findings to management
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
Provide support and training to junior accounting staff

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or a similar role
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes
Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is an asset