Accounting Technician

Summary of Responsibilities

The accounting technician is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing and analyzing financial statements, as well as ensuring fiscal and administrative compliance of the organization. They ensure the proper functioning of accounting processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of work methods.

Main Responsibilities

• Accounting and Administrative Management
• Maintain financial records for all aspects of the organization.
• Track billing, customer accounts, and unpaid invoices.
• Process payments to vendors, subcontractors, and employees.
• Supervise the collection of accounts receivable.
• Control accounting entries and perform year-end closing procedures.
• Establish and document administrative and accounting processes.
• Propose improvements to optimize practices and eliminate redundant tasks.
• Ensure the security and confidentiality of financial information.
• Financial Preparation and Analysis
• Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements in collaboration with senior management.
• Establish budgetary forecasts with the management team.
• Analyze financial statements and various ratios, and formulate recommendations.
• Complete a portion of the grant accounting reports.
• Manage and update the budget.
• Tax and Compliance Management
• Produce tax returns and fiscal reports according to regulations and laws.
• Ensure that government remittances are up-to-date and compliant.
• Supervision and Day-to-Day Management
• Manage payroll and ensure complete tracking.
• Process billing and financial transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Participate in the preparation of audit files with external accountants.
• Establish and regularly verify internal control points (KPIs).
• Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
• Collaborate with various departments and service providers.
• Use and optimize various financial management software.
• Stay current with laws, methods, and work tools.
• Participate in continuous training to maintain skills.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by management.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Accounting degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as an accounting technician.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficiency in pivot tables (asset).
• English (asset).

Skills

• Strong analytical and planning skills.
• High autonomy, diligence, and professionalism.
• Attention to detail and concern for accuracy.
• Excellent time and priority management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Team spirit and collaboration.
• Results-oriented and continuous improvement.
• Discretion, reliability, and respect for confidentiality.
• Ease of working with different technologies.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Social Benefits

WE OFFER

• Salary based on experience
• REER with employer contribution;
• Group insurance;
• 35-hour workweek and Friday end at 1:00 PM;
• 4 weeks of vacation per year (during construction holidays);
• Financial contribution for physical activities.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Supplementary Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Equal REER contribution
• Company Events
• On-site Parking
• Location: On-site