Job Description
Peak North America is focused on industrial fabrication and installation in Canada and the US. Companies include Heartland Steel in Prince George, BC, Peak North America Manufacturing in Canal Flats, BC, and Advanced Sawmill Machinery in Holt, Florida.
Peak North America is seeking a highly engaged, analytical and detail orientated experienced Accountant to join our team in our Prince George office. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, multitasking and working as part of a collaborative team across multiple businesses. As the business continues to grow, the role will evolve over time and as such, the successful candidate must be willing to perform bookkeeping functions to start.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will have a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited, to the following tasks:
Performing full cycle bookkeeping/accounting and payroll functions including:
- Accounts Receivable including processing/issuing invoices, post payment receipts, track/follow up on aged receivables;
- Accounts Payable including processing vendor invoices for approval and entry, bi-weekly cheque runs, employee expenses;
- Process bi-weekly payroll, year-end payroll submissions, EHT remittance, WCB, ROE's and various payroll reports as requested;
- Calculation and filing of government remittances such as GST/HST, PST, payroll deductions, EHT, and WorkSafe BC;
- Maintain, monitor and reconcile GL accounts including cash, bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued liabilities;
- Preparing monthly and year-end journal entries, adjustments and accruals;
- Assist with the monthly close process and preparation of financial statements;
- Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies, discuss with supervisor to develop resolutions;
- Communicate with governments regarding information requests, assessments and installments;
- Work closely & collaboratively to develop and maintain relationships with clients, finance and operations team members;
- Other duties as assigned by Controller.
Skills and Experience
- Completion of, or working towards, a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, (Business Administration or Commerce with a major in Accounting or Finance);
- CPA designation or working towards, prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) upon commencement of employment;
- 3+ years of experience in a bookkeeping or accountant position;
- Knowledge and application of ASPE and US GAAP accounting policies and practices;
- Must have strong computer skills and experience, M/S Office, SAGE, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and management information systems experience and aptitude essential;
- Attention to detail, organization and numeracy skills are essential;
- Honesty; integrity, transparency and reliability essential;
- Critical thinking, problem-solving skills and analytical skills necessary;
- Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and accounting systems;
- Proficient in MS Office programs including Word and Outlook, with advanced skills in MS Excel;
- Self-motivated individual with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve and take initiative.
We thank everyone for their interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Brian Fehr Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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