Accountant

at  DDS WIRELESS INTL INC

ABOUT DDS WIRELESS

DDS Wireless International has been servicing the transportation industry for over 35 years and is a leader in providing transportation solutions in various market segments. We are an innovative developer of software as a service (SaaS) products and services for the transit, demand response, school children transportation and taxi markets worldwide. We have a global presence with offices in Vancouver, BC, Canada; Redmond, Washington, USA; Oxford, United Kingdom and Tampere, Finland.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a SAAS or technology-focused environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Ideally NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
• FP&A exposure, budgeting, and forecasting experience.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and familiarity with tax regulations.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Progress toward CAP is a plus.
  DDS Wireless International values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging we invite applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. DDS Wireless International provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process, please let us know.

ABOUT THE ROLE

DDS Wireless International is looking for a Junior Accountant to join our team. This position will work collaboratively with the teams accounting professionals, other DDS departments and report to the Manager, Finance. The ideal candidate will be detail and customer service oriented, highly skilled with numbers, accounting software, and a master at Excel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payments.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and reconcile company credit cards.
• Record and reconcile financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist with year-end end audit, collaborate with external tax advisors and auditors as needed.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Maintain records of PP&E and prepaid expenses and amortization schedules.
• Preparing and filing GST/PST returns and ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Assist in preparing budget and forecast; monitor and analyze monthly operation results against forecast.
• Utilize accounting software (familiar with NetSuite is an asset) and other financial tools to manage financial data.
• Troubleshoot issues and contribute to process improvements within the finance department.
• Ad Hoc projects. Participate in special projects, such as process improvements, cost analysis, and financial forecasting, as assigned by management.