Junior Accountant

The Sutherland Group is looking for a Junior Accountant to join our Finance organization in either Nelson or West Kelowna BC. The Junior Accountant will perform a variety of accounting duties including customer invoicing, accounts payable management, reconciling bank accounts, preparing monthly reports, and aiding with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures. This position provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment, with a variety of responsibilities for a growing and diverse group of business lines.

SUMMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a key member of the finance team your responsibilities will vary depending on monthly billing and closing cycles and business needs. Those responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Customer invoicing and accounts receivable management.
• Accounts payable processing including entering and paying bills, verifying purchase orders, and reconciling vendor statements.
• Reconciling bank accounts and credit card statements.
• Accounting for capital purchases and sales and associated monthly depreciation.
• Recording and maintaining loan payment schedules.
• Assisting with the fuel program including posting and reconciling fuel purchases, keeping track of and ordering fuel cards.
• Preparing post period-end entries
• Preparing profit and loss and other financial reports.
• Preparing and submit government tax remittances.
• Assist with ad-hoc accounting and administrative projects as required.
• Communicating effectively with customers, vendors and team members.
Ensuring all actions incorporate “Sutherland Group Core Values” of Curious and Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together and Make it Happen.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

As a member of the finance team, we expect you to bring the following to the table:

• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Active pursuit of accounting designation is considered an asset.
• Experience with accounting software (specific experience using QuickBooks is an asset).
• High level of attention to detail and quantitative skills.

• Strong knowledge of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Expertise with MS Suite and in particular MS Excel.
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• A collaborative team player.

POSITION BENEFITS

• Be part of a team of dedicated financial professionals.
• Opportunities for diverse experience and long-term career.
  
• Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions up to 100%, starting at 3% after one year of continuous employment, increasing in graduated increments and topping out at 5% after 8 years.
• Extended health benefits program through a cost shared benefits plan.
• Confidential Employee Family Assistance Program
• Health & Safety Policy & Programs

JOIN THE TEAM

If you think there's a fit, we look forward to meeting you and thank you in advance for your application.

Visit our website to learn more about The Sutherland Group (https://thesutherland.group/join-our-team/)

ABOUT THE SUTHERLAND GROUP

The Sutherland Group of Companies is dedicated to solving complex heavy industry problems through integrated management solutions. Since 1995, we have been an integrated network of heavy industry experts, offering a comprehensive range of services spanning equipment, logistics, personnel, and safety. Our domain experts specialize in roadbuilding & maintenance, drilling & blasting, harvesting, chipping & grinding, aggregate sales, marine services, heavy equipment repair, and transportation services. We are proud to prioritize the success of our team members by offering a diversified workplace, competitive compensation plans, benefits, training, and ongoing growth opportunities.