Accountant

About the Company

Canadian Fiber Optics (CFOC) and Northern Lights Fiber is committed to bridging the digital divide: we bring best-in-class broadband internet to rural and underserved markets. We are builton a foundation ofCourageCuriosityCompassionandHumility. And the truth is we love what we do! Bringing communities together is a powerful thing and we are proud of the impact we make in the lives of our customers.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detailed-oriented Accountant to join our Finance Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing financial reports performing account reconciliations maintaining the general ledger preparing tax returns assisting with audit preparations and performing other accounting duties as assigned.

What you will be doing:

• Perform efficient network utilization monitoring for timely expansion planning.
• Coordinate accounting functions and programs.
• Manage the full-cycle accounting process.
• Prepare month-end journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with annual audit preparations.
• Investigate and resolve audit findings account discrepancies and issues of non-compliance.
• Prepare federal local and special tax returns.
• Contribute to the development of new or amended accounting systems programs and procedures.
• Perform other accounting duties and support the senior accountant as required or assigned.
  

What we are looking for:

• A bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
• 3 years of accounting experience.
• Must have a CPA designation or be working towards one.
  
  
• Excellent working knowledge of tax laws and GAAP.
• Strong financial analysis skills.
  
• Strong documentation skills.
• Strong organizational and stress management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly with Excel.
  
• Good diagnostic problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
  
• Ability to train and manage staff.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.
  

What We Offer:

At Canadian Fiber Optics Corp. our priority is our employees. The work-hard-play-hard isnt just a saying for us - we are agile passionate and energetic. We check our egos at the door roll up our sleeves move fast get things done and support each other. Our leaders inspire the team truly welcoming all members to be open honest and provide feedback without fear of judgement. We want the curious the champions and the collaborators.

We are consistently working to provide a safe work environment competitive wages including strong commission-based compensation and many opportunities to learn and grow. If you commit to delivering results and make a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

Required Experience:

Senior IC