Accountant

AccountantThe Accountant is responsible for executing day to day and month end accounting functions as well as the company's incoming payments, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing while maintaining positive relationships in and outside of the company. This role involves reconciling financial data, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, monitoring accounts receivable, following up on outstanding payments, and supporting bi-weekly payroll submittals. The accountant plays a key role in supporting the company's cash flow and financial reporting by processing transactions, resolving billing issues, and preparing reports for management.Essential Duties:Manage the monthly close and preparation of monthly close binders for USA and CanadaPreparing the consolidated intercompany reconciliationPreparing the consolidated lease reconciliationPreparing the consolidated bank reportingPreparing and recording intercompany billingAllocating costs between divisionsAssisting with SEC reporting deliverablesUpdating and distributing foreign exchange rates monthly throughout companyParticipating in the external reporting process with a focus on footnote and schedule reportingProactively identifying process improvements and assisting with implementationsEnsure compliance with company and AR policies, procedures, and controlsAssist with the collection process by contacting slow paying customersSpecial projects as neededTrack all outstanding receivables and invoicesGenerate and send out invoices to customersFollow up with customers on unpaid invoicesPrepare monthly financial and aging reportsPost and reconcile customer payments to general ledgersCommunicate with clients about billing discrepancies and queriesInvestigate and resolve any irregularities or enquiries related to accounts receivableCollaborate with the sales team to manage credit applications and assess creditworthiness of potential customersProcess adjustments, refunds, transfer bills, and cancellationsMaintain accurate and up-to-date customer dataCommunicate with IC divisions regarding ending balances and IC AR invoices.Verify employee timesheets and enter payroll data/coding as needed bi-weeklyInvestigate and resolve payroll discrepancies in coordination with HR.Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and benefits while maintaining confidentiality.Running reports using Dayforce HRCM/payroll systemAd-hoc reporting, miscellaneous duties and special projects as neededKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to analyze receivables data, identify trends, and recommend process improvementsHighly professional with the ability to maintain confidentialityOrganized and detail oriented; operated with precision to ensure financial integritySkilled in resolving discrepancies, disputes, and collection issues promptlySelf-directed and motivated to take actions timely, acting with urgency when needed. Able to meet deadlines.Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and tracking receivables. Experience with accounting or ERP systems (SAP preferred but not required), as well as MS Office suiteAbility to communicate effectively and positively with clients, internal teams, and management to resolve billing issues and follow up on overdue accounts.Understanding of tax regulations, IFRS 9, and internal control measures to ensure adherence to policiesAbility to identify inefficiencies in processes and implement solutions to enhance efficiencyEducation and Experience:Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. ACCA, CMA, CPA, or membership in SOCPA a plus.Experience: Minimum 3+ years in a comparable role (publicly held company desirable)