Intermediate Accountant

Your role
18 month contract position
What you'll be doing
Intermediate Accountant
What We Need
FLEETCOR is currently looking to hire an Intermediate Accountant within our PayByPhone Division. This position falls under our Accounting division and is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. You will report directly to the Financial Controller and performs financial functions related to the maintenance of the accounting system including ensuring the recording of individual transactions, specifically adherence to the following accounting assertions: occurrence, completeness, accuracy, authorization, correct reporting period and classification.
The Intermediate Accountant will be responsible for the full range of routine and complex departmental accounting and record-keeping functions, in conjunction with the Accounting team.
How We Work
As an Intermediate you will be expected to work in a hybrid environment. FLEETCOR will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in Vancouver, BC
• Company-issued equipment + remote access
• Formal, hands-on training

Role Responsibilities
General

• Assist with accurate, timely preparation of robust financial information including period end schedules and returns, reconciliation's and ad hoc management reports.
• Solve data problems through researching the issue, analysing the problem and finding a solution.
• Maintain and develop manual and computerised data systems that best meet the needs of the business.

Cash Management

• Enter bank entries into the accounting software
• Credit Card management, including reviewing the online credit card accounts daily to ensure charges are authorized and that cards have sufficient credit limit / funds available.
• Cash management and forecasting tasks to ensure that all bank accounts have sufficient funds at all times.
• Processing of online payments.
• Assist with Credit Card Administration.
• Assist with Collection efforts

General Ledger & Financial

• Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Complete month-end processing tasks.
• Identify ad hoc accounting issues as they occur and recommend solutions.
• Support the month-end and year-end close process.
• Assist Financial Controller with audit working papers including sample selection Assist with any duties as required.

Other

• Support and assist with accounts payable duties.
• Support and assist with accounts receivable duties.
• Assist with monthly merchant account processing.
• Preparation of MOR remittance statements, calculations, and billing.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Maintain accounting controls by recommending processes and procedures.
• Maintain financial security by following internal controls.
• Carrying out other tasks and responsibilities that your manager asks you to from time to time.
• Support / cover for other Finance team members as and when necessary e.g. overflow of work, during periods of sickness or holiday

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience reconciling bank accounts in different currencies.
• Experience preparing journal entries for several different financial statement areas, with minimal oversight.
• Experience reconciling and explaining the differences between the general ledger and subledger.

• Strong attention to detail
• Able to prioritize work, stay flexible and adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience working with large payroll providers.
• Experience working in an ERP environment.
• Proven ability to problem solve and work independently.

• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Proficient with data entry

• 3-years' experience with a similar role

• Accounting Diploma and Degree

Approach and Abilities
Role Specific

• A good understanding of fundamental accounting principles and concepts would be an asset
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, particularly during month end

Communication

• Strong written and verbal communication stills
• Operate as front-line communication for payroll issues. Being able to communicate clearly with staff, and department heads as issues arise.
• Able to gather, analyze and present material clearly

Problem Solving/Decision Making

• Ability to identify problems and research solutions with minimal oversight
• Being able to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Level of Ownership

• Willingness to question existing policies and procedures, looking for efficiencies.

Success in the role
What does success look like in the role?

• Month end duties 'owned' by the Accountant are completed on time and to the highest quality.
• Assigned balance sheet reconciliations are completed monthly with minimal oversight.
• Support the Financial Controller to ensure the audit is completed on time.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including, Medical, Dental, Vision and Paramedical benefits, as of day one
• Optional company match RRSP program
• Virtual fitness classes offered company-wide
• Time-off including major holidays, vacation, sick, personal, & volunteer time
• Discounted gym membership rate
• Philanthropic support with both local and national organizations
• Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes

The Compensation range for this role is $68,000 - $73,500 CAD annually
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About Corpay
Corpay is a global technology organisation that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.
All offers of employment made by Corpay (and its subsidiary companies) are subject to the successful completion of satisfactory pre-employment vetting by an independent supplier (Experian). This is in accordance with Corpay's Resourcing Policy and include employment referencing, identity, adverse financial, criminal and sanctions list checks. We do this to meet our legal and regulatory requirements.
Corpay is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture among our employees. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. We seek to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunities.
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