Accountant

at  highstreet

Do you enjoy making a difference? Do people consider you to be an organized person? Do you hate when company policy gets in the way of the right decision? Would people say you know how to get a message across? Are you energized by working in a fast-paced environment? Do you find yourself reading about the industry you work in? Do you easily admit when you’re wrong? Do you get satisfaction from a job well done and like to celebrate success when you’ve worked hard to get there?
If you answered yes to these questions, we have the job for you. Highstreet is currently seeking a full-time Accountant to join our growing head office team located in Kelowna, BC.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3-4 years previous experience.
• Accounting related diploma or degree.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis.
• Ability to explain financial concepts to those without a financial background.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office 365 and advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Experience with Acumatica considered strong asset.
• Experience in construction considered an asset.
• Adaptability in the face of change and willingness to learn.
• Overtime may be required periodically.
• Satisfactory background (criminal record and credit) check.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Salary: $65,000.00-$90,000.00 per yea

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries and reconciliations
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data
• Assist with budget preparation process and updating monthly forecasts, prepare variance analysis
• File all returns (GST, etc.) on a timely basis.
• Process period end, including journal entries and bank reconciliations
• Assist in financial statement preparation, analysis and reports
• Participate in identifying and preventing discrepancies, and ensuring integrity of the GL
• Assist in year-end review engagements
• Assist in continuous improvement activities, from idea generation to implementatio