Jr Accountant

Ontario Wholesale Energy (OWE) is a leading provider of Natural Gas & Electricity Supply across North America. Alongside our sister divisions — Canadian Water Savings and Canadian Energy Savings Corp. — we deliver innovative, cost-effective energy and water conservation solutions to over 44,000 businesses. With over 65+ years of combined industry experience, we’re not just shaping the future of utility management — we’re leading it.

We’re growing — and we’re looking to add an exceptional, highly organized and detail-driven Junior Accountant to join our growing finance team.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in the preparation of internal financial reports and maintenance of key accounting functions across the company and its related entities. From managing payroll and commissions to auditing contest displays and handling bank reconciliations—this role offers hands-on experience with a wide variety of accounting responsibilities in a fast-paced, professional environment.

What You’ll Get:

·       Exposure to a wide range of financial operations

·        Ongoing mentorship and career development

·        Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

·       Paid time off, benefits, and flexible work environment

·       A supportive team and a company culture that values integrity, accuracy, and innovation

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

📊 Internal Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting journal entries
• Handle bi-weekly payroll and commission processing

💼 Monthly Financials & Systems

• Perform bank reconciliations and enter related journal entries
• Prepare weekly payment batches, ensuring appropriate approvals

💰 Accounts Receivable / Payable

• Prepare and maintain A/R and A/P sub-ledgers
• Verify customer billing details for accuracy
• Process vendor payments (cheques, wire transfers, EFTs)
• Ensure proper authorization and documentation for expenses
• Reconcile and summarize corporate credit card payments

🏆 Contest Auditing

• Review and test contest displays monthly to ensure accuracy

📁 General Support

• Maintain organized financial records and filing systems
• Assist with various accounting-related projects as needed

Nice-to-Have:

• Previous internship or experience in a finance/accounting setting
• Knowledge of payroll systems and commission structures
• Experience with financial audits or contest verification a plus

What We’re Looking For:

✅ Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
✅ Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
✅ Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, formulas)
✅ Familiarity with accounting systems/software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar)
✅ Excellent attention to detail and time management
✅ A collaborative, professional attitude and eagerness to learn

At ONIT, we are dedicated to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, believing that all employees play a role in upholding our values. We encourage individuals from various backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences to join us in addressing the world’s toughest challenges. Ensuring accessibility throughout the job application process is a priority for us at ONIT. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability, whether visible or not, please reach out to us at recruitment@ontariowholesaleenergy.com, and we will gladly assist you