Corporate Accountant

POSITION PROFILE

Summary:

The Corporate Accountant will assist the Controller in accurately maintaining the financial records of our company, Phantom Mfg. (Int’l) Ltd. comprised of a manufacturing/head office division and a corporate distributorship for the Lower Mainland of BC, and the corporate owned awning manufacturer Rolltec Rolling Systems Ltd.  Working closely with the Finance team, the Corporate Accountant will perform account analyses to support future decision-making and will perform account reconciliations and required journal entries in support of the preparation of the company’s month end file and reporting requirements.

Our Corporate Values: At Phantom Screens we value all of our employees.  We are committed to providing a safe, harmonious, and respectful work environment and all employees are required to help us achieve this by practicing our core values.

To Speak the Truth To Pursue Excellence To Serve Each Other To Practice Stewardship

Structure: Other positions reporting to the Controller are the Accounting Assistant – Accounts Payable and the Accounting Assistant – Accounts Receivable.

There are no subordinates reporting to the position of Corporate Accountant.

Position Responsibilities: (include, but are not limited to, the following)

Aid in preparing monthly financial statements and schedules for review by the Controller. Analyze certain expenses and promptly report to the Controller actual vs budget expenditures. Maintain fixed and intangible asset and depreciation schedules. Investigate GL differences through reviewing invoices, purchase orders, journal entries, etc. Assist with the ongoing implementation of the financial accounting system including the maintenance of GL allocations in support of the company’s costing practices. Provide backup for the Controller as needed. Maintain GL and prepare financial statements on the organization’s retail divisions. Reconcile all payroll transactions and annual T4s to the GL. Reconcile monthly group benefits invoices to the GL. Provide backup for the administration of the bi-weekly payroll and associated payroll functions as needed. Using QuickBooks software, perform accounting duties for the Lower Mainland Corporate Distributorship and Rolltec Rolling Systems Ltd. Assist the Controller in a variety of banking transactions. Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the Finance department by identifying and supporting ongoing efficiencies and streamlining processes, while maintaining the integrity of, or improving on, internal controls. Cross-train in other functions of the Finance department in order to provide absence cover and assist other members of the team by providing support as required. Participate in job-related training programs or associated personal development initiatives as required, and perform all other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Organized, methodical and able to remain calm and focused; can accomplish multiple and changing priorities by appropriately structuring workflow. Ability to handle a variety of situations in confidence and with discretion. A self-starter who can work independently with a minimum of supervision and who demonstrates sound judgement in decision- making. A high level of skill in the use of Excel as well as accounting/ERP software; familiarity with AI accounting tools would be an asset. Superior interpersonal and communication skills; interacting comfortably and confidently in writing or orally with internal and external contacts at all levels. A sound knowledge of payroll regulations and accounting practices. A genuine desire to provide superior customer service and the ability to diffuse customer conflict; use sound judgement to evaluate and analyze information and effectively resolve customer issues with a minimum of supervision. A keen understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality when encountering sensitive information. Equally comfortable working independently or as a contributor in a team environment.

Academic Achievements and Work Experience:

Two years experience as a Corporate or financial accountant (experience in a manufacturing firm preferred).  Some experience in external or internal audit would be an asset. Bachelor of Commerce with a concentration in accounting or equivalent Enrolled in or working towards becoming a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.