Assistant Accounting Manager

Position: Assistant Accounting Manager

Location: Jacobson & Greiner Ltd., Brandon, MB

Start: Immediately

Compensation

Competitive, market leading, to be negotiated based on experience and education.

Hours of Work

Full-Time, flexible to mutually agreed upon hours, as required at peak times i.e. month-end, fiscal year-end etc.

Position Description

Jacobson & Greiner Group is currently hiring for the full-time position of Assistant Accounting Manager. The Assistant Accounting Manager will be responsible for assisting in preparation of monthly financial statements and assisting with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping duties for a large multi-business unit.

Job duties

• Assist with managing day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping duties including financial reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable and account reconciliations.
• Assist with managing the month-end closing process, reviewing, and posting journal entries
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements and other reports
• Assist the accounting manager in cash management
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and filing of required GST and PST returns
• Assist with preparing year-end package for external accountants
• Ensure adequacy of and adherence to internal controls and accounting policies for the organization
• Collaborates with other accounting staff to support and enable department to meet overall goals and objectives

Education & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting and/or Business Administration
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accounting role with direct experience in preparing monthly financial statements
• CPA Designation or current pursuit of CPA designation is considered as asset
• Experience working with retail stores and/or construction is an asset
• Ability to work in a team setting and independently
• Exceptional time management skills, working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex issues to senior management
• Detail oriented
• Experience working with Microsoft software platform
• Experience with Sage 300 and retail accounting software will be an asset.

Compensation and benefits

• Comprehensive Group Benefits Program
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for advancement

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Email: ***email_hidden***

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of licensure, including a clear driving abstract, upon hire, depending on the nature of the position.