Accounting Generalist

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director Finance & Business Support, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Director with oversight of the hotel’s annual operating budget
• Support department heads with strategic planning as required through the provision of accurate and timely financial information
• Comply with all applicable finance and accounting policies and procedures
• Communicate with vendors, ensuring queries are addressed promptly and accurately
• Calculate, post, record and verify financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical reports
• Assist with accounts payable / receivable and auditing activities as required
• Support finance leaders in maintaining the general ledger and balance sheet
• Follow up with departments, review procedures, make recommendations and provide training
• Prepare journal entries necessary to complete financial statements
• Assist with month end  and year end accounting processes, such as account adjustments, reconciliations, accruals and reports
• Assist with accounting office needs, including filing, auditing banks, and administrative support
• Assist accounting and finance leadership team with ad-hoc projects and requests

Qualifications:

• Degree qualifications in accounting or related discipline
• Possession of, or working towards, a professional accounting designation such as a CMA, CPA or CGA
• Minimum of 3 years of general accounting experience
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook (intermediate), Word (intermediate), and Excel (advanced)
• Knowledge of hospitality accounting software, such as SUN, Birchstreet, Micros, Opera

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into business reports and recommendations
• Able to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.