Junior Accountant

Job Description

Positioned at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and critical resource recovery, pH7 Technologies is tackling urgent global challenges in mining and metal recycling by providing innovative closed-loop metal extraction processes. We are a dynamic, fast-paced company driven by a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our team is committed to attracting and retaining top, diverse talent who share our vision of building a better, cleaner planet.

Job Summary

As the Junior Accountant, you support the finance team with day to day accounts payable, expense, and reconciliation duties, taking on broader accounts receivable, reporting, and month end responsibilities as you grow in the role. Reporting to the Controller, you are working towards your Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and are comfortable managing multiple priorities, handling confidential information, and taking ownership of your work with minimal oversight.

What You’ll Do

Initial Duties

• Perform monthly credit card reconciliations, including full 3-way matching of invoices/receipts, purchase orders, and credit card statements, ensuring all supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
• Review, verify, and enter employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies and completeness of documentation.
• Contribute to the rollout and improvement of AP automation tools and workflows.
• Complete accounts payable data entry, ensuring accuracy of account coding.
• Assist in maintaining the purchase order system.
• Support the corporate payment process, including organizing EFTs, cheque runs, and wires.
• Maintain the digital filing system.

Long-Term Duties

• Complete accounts receivable data entry, ensuring accuracy of account coding and invoicing.
• Support accounts receivable collection, ensuring payments are received regularly and on time.
• Assist with the Corporation’s credit management processes.
• Take ownership of month end inventory management and reconciliations.
• Perform account analysis and reconciliations as requested.
• Assist in the preparation of GST returns.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll.
• Prepare all bank reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets.

What You’ll Need

• University degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• High ethical standards, with the judgment and discretion to handle confidential information.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of the full AP cycle, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment workflows.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage several projects at once, adapt to new systems, and support AP process automation.
• Working towards your CPA designation, including completion of the relevant practical experience requirements.
• Required to execute Non-Disclosure and Non-Competition Agreements as a condition of employment.

How You’ll Stand Out

• Experience in the mining industry or another industrial sector.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in a business office setting, working in accounts payable or a related accounting function.
• Experience with NetSuite.

Working Hours & Environment

This is a full-time, on-site role at pH7 Technologies’ head office in Vancouver, BC, reporting to the Controller.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages that scale with seniority, including ESOP equity and performance-based bonuses.
• Extended health coverage options, depending on location
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacation per year
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

All applicants will be required to participate in a criminal history and credit history background check as part of the onboarding process. All employment offers at pH7 Technologies are contingent upon successfully completing and passing these checks.

pH7 Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace that values the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all individuals. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and welcome those who bring diverse ideas and contributions to our team.