Finance Associate

SUMMARY: Compiles, prepares, and verifies data for use in maintaining accounting records by performing various duties.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •Verifies information and maintains accounts receivable reports including but not limited to monthly sales, open invoices, and aging reports.
•Ensures timely and accurate processing of accounts payable; receives, verifies, and posts accounts payable invoices into accounting system.
•Monitors and maintains accounts receivable aging.
•Interacts with vendors and department managers when processing a resolution of account discrepancies.
•Receives and tracks all payments and expenditures including purchase orders, invoices, statements, payroll and/or other related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, legislation, and contractual requirements.
•Controlling payment schedule for vendor invoices, including preparing payment methods.
•Maintains accounting department files and records.
•Enters and maintains information in accounting system.
•Conducts month-end closure and runs monthly reports such as income statements and balance sheets as required.
•Assists with special accounting projects as needed.
•Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS: •Bachelor’s degree (B.
A.
) or equivalent in finance, accounting, or similar field.
•Three or more years of experience in finance, accounting or bookkeeping.
•Chartered Professional Account (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certified or in-progress is an asset.
•In depth knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reports and analysis, and Canadian generally accepted accounting principles and related laws and regulations.
•Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
•Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
•Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
•Commitment to excellence and high standards.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
COMPETENCIES: •Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
•Oral Communication-Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
•Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
•Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.