Accounting Specialist

JOB SUMMARY: Under moderate supervision, provides support for month-end closing requirements including fixed assets, journal entries, banking, financial reporting and closing requirements. Acts as a liaison between multiple departments to resolve issues or answer inquiries. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs accounting functions including monthly account reconciliations, monitoring certain monthly accruals and preparing journal entries in order to ensure proper reporting financials. Maintains and analyzes fixed asset ledger in order to ensure purchases are classified properly and fall within budget. Performs and analyzes monthly closing and various daily activities in relation to inventory and cash management. Ensures internal controls are operating correctly with the goal of zero deficiencies through JSOX auditing. Performs financial analysis and assists in financial reporting activities in order to ensure proper recording of transactions. Investigates and analyzes accounting and financial related data in order to reconcile and audit information. Performs more complex intercompany account reconciliation. Assists with process improvement activities including maintaining and implementing internal controls. Acts as a liaison between internal departments and other DENSO locations in order to resolve outstanding issues. Performs monthly financial reporting as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field 0-3 Years of Related Experience SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must also have knowledge of GAAP/IFRS. Strong written and verbal communication skills to discuss or transmit primarily factual information to internal and external customers in the normal course of performing duties Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible Customer service skills to display a service-oriented attitude in addressing and responding to customer issues Intermediate understanding of accounting principles Cross functional team member Process improvement mindset Intermediate system knowledge Maintains full ownership of D-café Ability to take ownership of financial statements Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Posting Type: Existing Vacancy Work Location: In person BENEFITS: Company events Company pension Dental care Discounted or free food Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program Range of Expected Annual Salary, inclusive of discretionary annual bonus: $50,573 - $64,365 Investigate, analyze, and reconcile accounting and financial information Prepare accurate and timely financial statements Act as a liaison between internal departments and affiliates Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure efficient processes Assist in month-end and year-end close procedures Maintain and update financial records and databases Prepare financial reports and present findings to management Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations Provide support and training to junior accounting staff Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or a similar role Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks Effective communication and interpersonal skills Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is an asset