Junior Accountant

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related area
Having or working towards CPA designation is an asset
1-3 years of relevant experience
Strong interpersonal, verbal and communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Advanced Excel skills
Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and work in a fast pace environment

Assist in completion of month-end accounting functions including preparation of journal entries
Complete relevant monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation of accounts in a timely manner
Complete weekly loading of financial data from ERP system to accounting system and monthly loading of financials to global financial system
Prepare monthly expenditure reports for department leaders
Assist in continuous improvement initiatives
Assist with business plan and quarterly forecast process
Perform any activities that would pertain to the maintenance of an accurate and detailed tooling subledger
Perform any activities that would pertain to the maintenance of an accurate and detailed A/R subledger
Perform any activities related to capital assets/other assets, including subledger management and reconciliations
Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations, promoting safety in the workplace
Comply with the requirements of C-TPAT/PIP
Conduct business in an ethical manner in compliance with the Magna Code of Conduct
Report all accidents/incidents and unsafe conditions/behavior
Adhere to applicable quality systems and IATF16949 standards
Adhere to and promote the Employee Charter and work within the rules, regulations and guidelines of the Plastcoat Employee Handbook
Maintain work area in accordance with the principles of 5S and operate daily within these standards
Perform other duties as required