Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant
5025 Creekbank Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 5R2, Canada
Req #3389
Thursday, January 9, 2025

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Metro Supply Chain (MTH) is a division of Metro Supply Chain, a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world’s fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data-driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 19 million square feet operating out of more than 175 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada’s largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2024 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.

Reports to the Business Unit Controller and supports the Finance Operations Team in the Transportation Group, this role is primarily responsible for performing month end financial reporting procedures in an accurate, timely and effective manner. As an integral member of the team, you pride in staying focused and handling detailed information as well as being able to think out of the box through day-to-day financial operations and drives continuous process improvement. In addition, the successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that acts as a business partner to ensure goals and results are aligned across the group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of month end procedures including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliation
• Act as Finance focal person to assist with Transportation Management System migration project
• Perform reconciliations between various billing systems and the ERP system to ensure data integrity
• Assist with financial variance analysis and lead month end results review meetings with Operation Management
• Develop documentation on procedures, policies and effective controls to improve efficiency and mitigate risks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to retrieve information on a timely basis and ensure necessary updates are made to the month end reporting procedures
• Complete balance sheet account reconciliations on a timely basis, analyze, query and resolve discrepancies, and communicate the same to stakeholders
• Assist with year-end audit preparations
• Assist with other reporting requirements such as external customer reporting
• Assist with operating budgets and forecasts as needed
• Ad-hoc tasks as required

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial reporting and analysis
• Working knowledge of transportation management system (TMS) software considered an asset
• CPA designation in progress
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics considered an asset
• Experience in billing system migration project considered an asset
• Advanced Excel skills is essential (Power Pivot is an asset)
• Problem solver with the ability to communicate effectively on analysis
• Able to work autonomously on an ongoing basis
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Why Join Us

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
• A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
• Company team wear allowance
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Company sponsored social events
• Community volunteering

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.

Other details

• Job Family: Shared Services
• Job Function: Finance - Operations
• Pay Type: Salary

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