Job Title: Financial AccountantJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Financial Accountant to handle day-to-day functions related to sales audit for assigned business units. This role involves managing exceptions in sales audit systems, resolving issues, and ensuring accurate daily sales releases. You will play a key role in supporting month-end activities and executing various controls to maintain financial integrity.

ResponsibilitiesClear exceptions in sales audit systems and investigate any issues such as dropped or missing transactions.Escalate sales audit system issues promptly for timely resolution.Support the closure of sales audit month-end activities in collaboration with supervisors.Execute controls as part of the responsibilities.Handle correspondence from stores, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of queries.Prepare journal entries and perform high-volume weekly and/or monthly reconciliations between bank accounts and the financial system.Provide ad hoc reporting for departments such as Store Operations, Marketing, Taxes, and Finance, offering relevant data and insights.Create and maintain desk guides for departmental processes to facilitate team cross-training.Seek opportunities for process improvement in the sales audit process.Execute cash management requirements for opening/closing stores for assigned business units.Manage yearly deposit slips request for corporate banners.Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
Essential SkillsStrong analytical skills to analyze data, identify trends, and investigate exceptions.Attention to detail for reviewing data, reconciling accounts, and identifying discrepancies.2+ years of experience in accounting principles for understanding financial transactions.Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and V-lookups.Bilingual proficiency in French and English.Knowledge of AS400, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and retail industry.
Additional Skills & QualificationsWorking knowledge of the PeopleSoft accounting system and AS400 is an asset.Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Experience in the retail industry.Strong communication skills for effective correspondence and collaboration.Problem-solving abilities to resolve complex issues.Time management and organizational skills for prioritizing workload.Integrity and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive financial information.
Work Environment

The position requires in-office work from Monday to Thursday, with Fridays working from home. The workday starts at 7:30 AM, and the role involves a 37-hour work week. You will be part of a 13-member team, closely working with 6 colleagues. The office is located in either Oakville or Calgary. The team culture is strong and collaborative, with frequent team events and a flexible manager who values independence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, Alberta.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.03 - $26.44/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Calgary,AB.

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Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.\n

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Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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