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Accountant
GMS Canada · Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
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In short
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts, processing journal entries, and assisting with financial statements and audits. They also manage customer and vendor rebates, reconcile accounts, and ensure SOX compliance while resolving invoicing discrepancies.
What they're looking for
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Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and possess 4 to 6 years of related work experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and general accounting procedures is required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
About the employer
GMS Canada
When the first GMS company opened its doors in 1971, customer service was and continues to be the cornerstone of everything we do. In total, we distribute over 20,000 unique products from the industry’s leading manufacturers, across the nation. In addition to gypsum wallboard and acoustical products, we supply a comprehensive inventory of other building materials, including FRP boards, metal framing, insulation, exterior insulation and finish systems, ready-mix joint compound, tools, and various other related interior construction products.
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At GMS Canada, we strive to keep entrepreneurship a key point by allowing each individual distribution centre to operate independently with local management to best respond to the needs of its customers and market. This people-first approach is at the heart of everything we do. Our highest priority is investing in relationships and serving others. Not only do we prioritize these relationships, but also, we passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. You can never go wrong, doing the right thing. The GMS Canada in-market companies delivering solutions to you every day: Arrlin Interior Supply | www.arrlin.com BC Ceiling Systems | www.bcceilings.com Blair Building Materials | www.blairbuildingmaterials.com Core Acoustics | www.coreacoustics.ca Costa Building Supplies | www.costabuildingsupplies.com D.L. Building Materials | www.dlbuildingmaterials.com DL/Rigney Building Materials | www.dlrigney.ca Home Lumber & Building Supplies | www.home-lumber.ca Oldershaw Builders' Supply Company | www.oldershaws.com Shoemaker Drywall Supplies | www.shoemakerdrywall.com Slegg Building Materials | www.slegg.com Watson Building Supplies | www.watsonbuildingsupplies.com Yvon Building Supply | www.yvonbuildingsupply.ca Yvon Insulation | www.yvoninsulation.ca
- INDUSTRY
- Wholesale Building Materials
- COMPANY
- Public Company
- FOUNDED
- 1971
- HEADQUARTERS
- Vaughan, Ontario
- SIZE
- 1,001-5,000
- OFFICES
- 50 on LinkedIn
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- 3 roles
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Questions about this role
- Is this GMS Canada role remote?
- Tagged on site.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists CA$65,000–CA$78,000 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 5-10 years.
The posting, in full
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts and administering processes and reports. Together with other team members, the Accountant works to exceed customer expectations. Review and process reoccurring journal entries monthly. Assist the Controller with maintaining financial statements. Assist accounting team during month-end closing.
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Position Purpose
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts and administering processes and reports. Together with other team members, the Accountant works to exceed customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and process reoccurring journal entries monthly.
- Assist the Controller with maintaining financial statements.
- Assist accounting team during month-end closing.
- Prepare analysis of accounts, as required.
- Assist the accounting team with year-end financial audits and provide any documentation required by auditors.
- Manage customer and vendor rebate processing. Update customer and vendor pricing. Reconcile month-end working paper including bank rec and GL reconciliations.
- Maintain documentation around SOX compliance.
- Oversee the processing of invoices on EDI (need to be technologically proficient and able to adapt to new tech).
- Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions daily.
- Monitor and rectify invoicing and payment errors.
- Monitor deductions being taken by customers.
- Work closely with management and sales team to resolve any discrepancies.
- Meet month-end deadlines and audit deadlines.
- Office admin and other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Education
- Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Accounting or Finance.
- 4 to 6 years of related work experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all general accounting procedures.
- Ability to self-manage, show initiative, and solve problems.
- Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
- Will frequently communicate with management and coworkers and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must be able to assess documents, spreadsheets, financial statements, etc.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to multitask various projects ongoing simultaneously.
- Must be able to receive and analyze financial information.
Physical Requirements
include: Sitting for long periods of time (80%). Using computer and related office equipment. Occasionally, will move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc. Must be able to move any files weighing up to 10 pounds for audits etc.
The (range of) compensation for this position is $65,000.00 to $78,000.00
Job Location: GMS Family of Locations - Vaughan
50 Royal Group Crescent Unit 2 Vaughan, ON L4H 1X9
SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, including but not limited to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age (except as provided by law), religion, ethnic or national origin, or disability.
If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at 855.556.3221, or by email at: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.
Employment offers may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check that could include a criminal reference check with law enforcement authorities, a verification of your academic credentials and an employment verification with former employers, as permitted by law.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Group RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.
Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.
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