Financial Accountant - Manufacturing Sector

Shift: Day Shift primarily office environment with some time spent in manufacturing facilities
Travel: Occasional travel is required between facilities

As our next Accountant youll be responsible for the financial statement analysis and month end processes of Johnson Electric Motion Technology Ancaster Plant #2 and shared responsibilities of JEMT Services. The role will conduct month end closing duties and provide accurate and timely reports relating to the internal costs for the operation of the plant.

Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field driving technological advancements.
Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance.

Oversee financial control and plant performance reporting including financial statements and KPIs in alignment with company policies procedures and standardized reporting formats.
Manage the fixed asset register and process accounts receivable (AR) invoices.
Ensure accurate monthly financial statements by preparing journal entries payroll journals monthly accruals intercompany reconciliations detailed cost calculations balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Complete full-cycle month-end closings (AR AP Inventory and Fixed Assets) on a two-day close timeline including accrual postings.
Coordinate with the plant Quality team to prepare and follow up on vendor return invoices.
Collaborate with the operations team to reconcile and resolve customer payment discrepancies.
Maintain customer and supplier pricing records and monitor aged AR and AP balances.
Prepare and post payroll journals and accruals for the JEMT Services location.
Manage intercompany journal entries and reconciliations for the JEMT Services location.
Perform ad hoc reconciliations variance analyses and other financial reviews to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Support interim and year-end internal external audit activities and reporting requirements
Participate in projects prepare reports and complete additional assignments as needed.
Serve as a liaison with internal and external auditors as well as corporate officers.
Implement and monitor cost management controls while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

2-5 years of accounting/finance experience (with preference in a manufacturing environment)

• Degree (Preference in Business/Accounting major) Pursuit of CPA designation preferred
• Excellent understanding and thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures internal controls
• Proficient in Microsoft Office advanced Excel skills are a must.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively in a team.
• Experience with Epicor/CMS is an asset

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Of course we offer competitive pay and benefits and far more than that we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important assetour peoplecan flourish.
Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background.