General Accountant - Jobs in Oakville

Job Description

Are you looking to make a difference in a patient’s lifeAt AmerisourceBergen, you will find an innovative and collaborative culture that is patient focused and dedicated to making a difference.As an organization, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. Join us and Apply today!What you will be doingWhy choose Innomar Strategies

• “Remote-First” culture – flexible opportunities to work from home!
• Competitive Total Rewards Package:
  • Base salary + bonus programs
  • RRSP matching
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Flexible benefits program (in effect on day one), including:
    • Healthcare Spending Account
    • Wellness Account – to focus on your nutrition, fitness, health and well-being
• Parental Leave Top Up, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and Virtual Healthcare
• Tuition Reimbursement + Employee Referral Programs
• Growth opportunities for career advancement
• Learning Programs, Leadership Training and Mentorship Programs to further your professional development
• Ability to make an impact in creating healthier futures
• We value diversity, equity and inclusion to foster a culture of belonging

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in preparation of all month end and quarter close activities including: trial balance review, routine and non-routine journal entry preparation, general ledger maintenance, preparation of financial statements and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Responsible for general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation and month end closing
• Act as liaison by coordinating accounting matters between divisional associates and other department managers
• Prepares various financial reports such as Accounts Receivableamp; Accounts Payable reconciliation , sub-ledgers and balance sheet accounts, expense analysis, daily/monthly cash balance reporting, monthly bank reconciliation and depreciation records
• Record transactions to journals and general ledger including but not limited to; monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, intercompany and daily sales transactions
• Manage the inventory process through tracking inventory movements, investigating inventory variances, reconciling inventory stock to the general ledger and participating in physical inventory counts and cycle counting
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives within the accounting department in order to streamline operations and manage costs. Provide solutions specific to the role on efficiencies and processes.
• Ensures adherence and maintenance of internal controls and financial procedures
• Assist in preparation of relevant audit files for internal/external auditors and government bodies
• Generates ad hoc accounting reports as needed
• Develop and maintain documentation, to support areas of responsibility.(i.e. Desktop Procedures)
• Assist in training newer team members
• Perform related duties as assigned

What your background should look like EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration or finance related field
• Working towards completing CPA accounting designation an asset
• Minimum 1-2 years of general accounting experience
• Experience working with an ERP System, preferably Sage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with particularly strong Excel skills and good Word skills

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Solid fundamental knowledge of accounting practices and principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Assertive, comfortable communicating with various types of individuals
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce accurate results
• Self-starter requiring limited supervision, along with a desire to work in a team environment
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment while remaining organized with strict attention to detail

As of October 18, 2021, AmerisourceBergen requires all Canadian team members to be fully vaccinated and show proof of completed vaccine status at time of hire. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a qualifying medical condition or sincerely held religious belief you will be required to follow AmerisourceBergen’s policy and process to apply for an exemption/accommodation.What AmerisourceBergen offersWe offer competitive total rewards compensation. Our commitment to our associates includes benefit programs that are comprehensive, diverse and designed to meet the various needs across our associate population.Throughout our global footprint and various business units, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through associate contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location, position and/or business unit.ScheduleFull time Affiliated Companies:Affiliated Companies: Innomar Strategies Equal Employment OpportunityAmerisourceBergen is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.