Accountant

Are you an experienced accountant with a strong ability to collaborate and multi-task? Are you pursuing or have achieved your goal in becoming a CPA? Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind to your client group? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company?

The Universal Group, recognized as one of Canada's best-managed companies in 2023, has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant. As an Accountant, the primary role involves ensuring the accurate and efficient management of financial records and transactions for the organization. Responsible for maintaining and reconciling financial data, preparing financial reports, and assisting in the financial decision-making process.

What you will be responsible for:

Financial Record Keeping and Transactions

• Maintain and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounting software.
• Record and process financial transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts, and financial documents.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and summaries.
• Provide insights and recommendations to management for informed decision-making.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.

Expense Management

• Track expenses and ensure adherence to financial plans.
• Manage and control expenses, reviewing and authorizing expenditures in line with company policies.

Tax Compliance and Audit Support

• Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with auditors during financial audits to verify accuracy and provide necessary documentation.
  

Financial Regulations and Documentation

• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial documentation and records.

Software Proficiency

• Utilize accounting software and tools effectively.
• Perform other tasks as directed by management.
  

What you get from us:

• Extended healthcare benefits available after probation.
• Opportunity to work for a large, growing company with room for promotion.
• An RRSP matching plan.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Competitive compensation package.

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Looking to obtain or working towards Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Knowledge of Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE)
  
• Relevant accounting experience.

Why Universal Group?

The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being 'Passionate, Authentic, and Driven' in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and, without question, the reason for our success and continued growth.

The safety of our team members and the public is what drives us every day.

The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop, as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.

For more information about the company, please visit our Indeed Profile!

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

Apply today; we can't wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!

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