Accounting Analyst

at  Parkland Corporation

At Parkland, our purpose is to Power Journeys & Energize Communities. We are a prominent independent supplier and marketer of fuel and petroleum products and a leading convenience store operator. As One Parkland team, we proudly serve diverse retail, commercial and wholesale customers across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean region, and South America. We power a growing family of locally known brands including: Fas Gas Plus, Pioneer, RaceTrac, Superpumper, Ultramar, Chevron, Esso, and ON the RUN.
We recognize that diversity gives us an edge and inclusion propels us forward. We’re also a passionate team of down-to-earth achievers, committed to getting our customers, colleagues and communities further, faster. As such, we welcome talented individuals that have a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and industry experience who will contribute to the success of our One Parkland team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, this position is responsible for analyzing Balance Sheet accounts. The role employs accounting principles and analytical techniques to ensure compliance with accounting / SOX standards. The position interfaces with several internal and external groups, including Finance, Treasury, Tax, Projects, Operations, and Procurement, as well as a multitude of external Suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Commerce / Business;
• 3-5 years’ experience as an accountant or financial analyst;
• Working knowledge in electronic accounts receivable processing environment;
• Working knowledge of large ERP Systems: JDE, SAP, Peoplesoft or similar;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively relay information to all stakeholders including senior leadership.
• Proficient in Excel, Power BI and SQL;
• Strong customer service skills;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Team player with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams;
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships;
• Strong critical analysis and problem-solving skills;
• Strong time management skills with the capability and flexibility to respond to critical deadlines, changing priorities and requirements.

• Identify opportunities for efficiency and control improvements within the department;
• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures; involved with planning, organizing and control of process flow and payment of obligations in adherence to policies and procedures;
• Recommend process improvements.
• Manage reconciliation of balance sheet accounts within JDE and reporting to the business.
• Assist with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Use various software applications, such as spreadsheets, Power BI and or the DAS reporting tool to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or reports.
• Managing inflow of data related to sites into JDE (Moneris, Global, Brinks etc.)
• Assist the Lead in the implementation of new projects and / or policies.
• Assist with system testing and projects as required.
• Assist with various request coming from internal / external audit.