accountant

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Construction industry

Tasks

• Manage balance sheets and profit / loss statements
• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Examine accounting records
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Oversee payroll administration

Computer and technology knowledge

• Quick Books
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Outlook

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Security and safety

• Bondable

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years