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PRIMARY PURPOSE AFA Systems Ltd. is an Engineer to Order Manufacturer of High-Speed Packaging Machinery. The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the controller in overseeing the accounting operations at AFA Systems. As an integral component of the company''s financial team, the senior accountant works closely with the controller and senior management. Senior Accountant Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented senior accountant with a strong manufacturing background to perform and coordinate accounting duties within our organization. The senior accountant''s responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. To be successful as a senior accountant, you should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong financial analysis skills. An outstanding senior accountant should also possess excellent QuickBooks desktop and online skills as well as excellent Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and be able to work with little to no supervision and perform under pressure. The position offers strong growth potential for candidates with the skills and initiative to support an evolving business. Senior Accountant Responsibilities: Coordinating accounting functions and programs. Assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets. Maintaining and reconciling balance sheets and general ledger accounts. Preparing, Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance. Ensure accurate and timely remittance of payroll deductions and related remittances on a periodic basis covering Payroll tax, CPP, EI, WSIB, EHT, RRSP Ensure that every item in the Balance Sheet is supported and reported correctly. Assist with managing the day-to-day accounting operations and the timely close of month-end/year-end processes, including GL reconciliations and the preparation of Balance Sheet/Income statement variance analysis reports and other management reports. Support the development and maintenance of timely and accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Liaise with external accountants to prepare the company''s annual financial statements. Ensure proper monthly revenue reporting through daily review and reconciliation of sales entries and receipts. Maintain the foreign exchange conversion tables, tax rates, and other mapping processes affecting sales entries. Assist with managing Canadian and US sales taxes and corporate taxes for all operational entities. Ensure company compliance with all regulatory and governmental agencies. Support the Finance Team on special projects. Monitor, motivate and communicate progress on key goals and initiatives to team members. Senior Accountant Requirements: Bachelor''s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA designation or in progress considered an asset 58+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and variance analysis Working knowledge of tax laws Strong financial analysis skills. Excellent QuickBooks skills are required Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong organizational and stress management skills. Excellent MS Office Suite skills (e. g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access). Ability to work with little to no supervision. Excellent understanding of GAAP and relevant financial accounting regulations. Excellent numerical proficiency, organization, problem-solving skills, excellent use of logic, and ability to aggregate large sets of data. Work Environment: Office environment Travel is required between branches and facilities Overtime as required (with overtime pay provided for any hours worked beyond 40 in a one-week period.) Able to attend and conduct presentations Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual Pay: $35.00-$50.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Benefits: Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Vision care Application question(s): Proficient in MS Access? Have 3+ years working in the manufacturing sector? Proficient in using QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online? Able to prepare and clearly present accurate information to the Senior Management team with confidence? Work Location: In person