Accounting Associate

PURPOSE and SCOPE: 

As an Accounting Associate, you will be responsible for supporting accounting activities of MacDon Industries Ltd. Your duties will include performing month-end close activities, data entry, ensuring that all required reports are completed in a timely manner, and providing analysis as needed.

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Preparation and review of monthly financial reports using MacDon and Linamar reporting tools.
• Preparation, posting, and tracking of monthly journal entries.
• Preparation of monthly bank reconciliation including coordination with AP and AR on closing activities.
• Maintenance of the capital asset subledger; communication and coordination related to new additions and tracking in the plant.
• Review departmental expenses and new requisitions for proper GL coding.
• Preparation and tracking of payment approval requests.
• Reconciliation of intercompany AR and AP accounts and reporting.
• Completion of select Statistics Canada surveys.
• To be available for special accounting / financial assignments as requested.
• Preparation of Balance Sheet account reconciliations.
• Preparation of audit working paper files.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education 

• Completion of post-secondary degree or certificate in accounting or business administration.

Required Skills/Experience

• Understanding of financial reporting in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of three years of experience in related field.
• Experience and knowledge in the agricultural sector would be an asset.
• Experience with JD Edwards or other ERP systems would be an asset.
• Greenbelt, Facilitation and Problem Solving Skills
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to excel in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Ability to interpret tables and graphs with financial variables to keep track of financial data.
• Ability to identify training needs and train workers in job duties and company policies.
• Ability to present financial information to managers and provide team members with instructions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact with accountants and others.