Accountant

Edmonton - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WHY CHOOSE US:

We are Waste Connections of Canada an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection transfer disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. Were proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

As a Accountant at Waste Connections of Canada you will be involved with every piece of the accounting cycle. You will support the District Controller in daily accounting tasks in addition to monthly forecasting the annual budget and special projects. You will interact with employees from all aspects of the business including Operations Sales Dispatch and Customer Service. Your success within the role is reliant on an ambitious work ethic excellent communication and the ability to problem-solve. The key to Waste Connections continued growth and success is sourcing developing and promoting individuals who meet these expectations.

As an Accountant with us the minimum responsibilities are:

Coordinate month-end district close process including billing.
Prepare key GL journal entries.
Review and approve all accounts payable invoices.
Prepare month-end financial statements and monthly analysis reports.
Assist with annual budget preparation.
Review and approve various items in Trux Cash Adjustments.
Prepare balance sheet reconciliation for various districts.
Reconcile monthly GST submissions for various districts.
Implement and maintain daily weekly and semi-monthly reporting processes.
Assist with preparation of financial analysis for any district project or decision as required.
Prepare all capital purchase requests for the district including preparation of all support documents.
Co-ordinating and performing Inventory counts Rolling Stock Container & Truck Shop / Container Shop inventory.
Various ad hoc projects

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or Economics.
Enrolment in or plans to enroll in CPA or MBA program
3 years of accounting experience in a similar role
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office applications.
Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Must be a self-starter with the initiative to learn and a great work ethic

WHAT YOULL GET FROM US:

Competitive Wages
Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future
Benefits; Medical Dental Vision
Perks perks perks! Employee Assistant Program Scholarship Opportunities for kids Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Insurance: Life Short Term/Long Term Disability

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal provincial or local law regulation or ordin

WHY CHOOSE US:We are Waste Connections of Canada an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection transfer disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. Were proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of cultur...