Intermediate Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US

Barricades and Signs is the industry leader for all traffic safety needs in Western Canada. Since 2004, Barricades and Signs has experienced steady growth and can support small scale projects to large scale infrastructure needs. We offer a full range of roadside safety products and onsite traffic services to our customers. We treat our employees like our family and with such significant growth there is ample room for growth and professional development. Come be a part of our growing team!

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a vital member of the accounting team, the Intermediate Accountant will have full-cycle accounting experience and will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing financial reports, and analyzing financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Full benefits package (health, vision, dental, disability, etc.)
• Employee assistance program
• Health Savings Account
• Competitive Compensation
• Strong vacation entitlement with bonus paid leave over Christmas
• Paid personal days for sick time and family emergencies
• Growing company with room for professional development and advancement

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and update financial records, including ledgers, journals, and accounting systems.

• Execute full-cycle accounting activities for Accounts Receivable (AR) and provide support for Accounts Payable (AP) as needed.

• Process financial transactions including billing, collections, payroll support, bank reconciliations, and general ledger entries.

• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts; investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy of financial records.

• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Support the preparation of financial reports and conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes and provide insights to support informed decision-making.

• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of billing inputs and revenue recognition.

• Monitor and control expenses by reviewing reimbursement requests, verifying supporting documentation, and ensuring adherence to expense policies.

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and internal financial controls.

• Prepare working papers and supporting documentation for month-end and year-end close processes.

• Coordinate with external auditors and provide documentation during audit reviews.

• Prepare and file required tax returns and financial reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Support payroll processing and ensure accurate financial coding and flow of payroll data to the general ledger.

• Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations.

• Provide guidance, mentoring, or training to junior team members as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA Certification or working towards strongly preferred
• 3+ years of experience doing full cycle accounting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and basic understanding of financial statements
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders
• Preferably, prior experience in a finance or accounting function with experience interacting in ERP software

HOURS OF WORK

Regular work schedule will be Monday through Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm.