Junior Accountant

Reports to: Controller

Duration: Full-time, permanent

Department: Finance

Location: Scarborough, Ontario

Number of available positions: 1

Posted: May 14th, 2025

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Summary

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The incumbent will support the finance department by performing a variety of tasks as outlined below. This is an entry level role where the successful candidate will gain practical experience in performing various accounting tasks and adding to their knowledge of accounting.

The key responsibilities of the Junior Accountant include but are not limited to:

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• Complete payments and control expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.
• Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Maintain historical records of all invoices, reports, receipts, and cheques by saving documents properly on the network.
• Confirm subcontractor billed working hours, bonuses, and projects and process payment accordingly.
• Maintain accounts payable, ensure timely payment of invoices, confirming validity of the debt and gathering appropriate signatures.
• Post entries in financial journal, ledger or other financial records.
• Reconcile all journal or ledgers or correct numerical data by making the necessary entries or adjustments.
• Prepare reports and analysis of programs, reports, specific operational items or other financial data.
• Manage the Sales tax administration process as required (HST/QST/BC PST).
• Maintain the company cell phone plans and cellular hardware.
• Perform general office administration such as ordering of office supplies, ordering lunchroom supplies, and other office administrative tasks as assigned.
• Perform routine finance/accounting department tasks as assigned, including backup of other Finance department members.
• Provide support to Customer Support by entering dealer credit notes using SAP and similar type duties for Customer Support as assigned.
• Support corporate/department events such as employee BBQ, employee breakfast or lunches. Support to Human Resources and Facilities Manager as assigned.

To be successful in this role the incumbent will possess the following:

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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to complete a high volume of work within deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English. French is an asset but is not required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Possess a Finance or Accounting Diploma from a College or University.
• Minimum 2 years relevant/progressive experience in a similar role.
• Ability to problem solve by breaking down errors or issues in sequential steps to identify where the problem occurred, why the issues occurred and how to correct them.
• Strong computer skills, including the Microsoft suite of products – specifically MS Word, Excel – intermediate or advanced skills is required, Outlook and MS Teams.

Core Competencies to be successful in the role:

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• Attention to detail: The Junior Accountant will have to reconcile accounts, noticing any discrepancies and miscalculations. This requires strong observation skills and keen attention to detail. Incorrect information can throw a budget off track and cause incorrect reporting.
• Problem-solving skills: Junior Accountants work closely with the accounting team and upper management. The ability to identify a problem and resolve it appropriately is critical to resolving potential mistakes. Reconciling accounts requires a comparison between reports, accounts and line items. Locating a discrepancy and resolving the error is easiest when you can identify the problem and take the steps to resolve it without excessive time spent.
• Skill with technology: the Junior Accountant will benefit most from being adept with technology. Accounting software such as SAP, spreadsheet programs- MS Excel and standard email are all key elements in this type of work. Being comfortable with these programs will enable the candidate to succeed as a Junior Accountant.
• Communication: the incumbent will interact with multiple staff members, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively is beneficial to a productive individual. Phone conversations, written communication via email and formal letters, as well as in-person meetings all require the Junior Accountant to have the ability to convey their ideas, concerns and solutions.

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Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, disability, religion, gender, gender expression or national origin.

We will provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the company’s hiring process.

If you are invited to participate in an assessment process, kindly provide your accommodation needs in advance. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide medical/other documentation to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you throughout the hiring process. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please kindly let us know when submitting your application.

We would like to thank all applicants however only those under sincere consideration will be contacted.

Please apply with a resume.


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