Financial Analyst / Intermediate Accountant
Location: CA, BC, Langley
Department: Finance
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Certification
Industry: Construction
Function: Finance
Salary range: 40000-55000
Company profile: Great Customer Service from Start to FinishWhat started as a small construction firm in 1984, has grown to become the number one window manufacturer, building envelope, energy retrofit, and restoration specialist in British Columbia; supplying and installing windows, doors and siding throughout the province. During this growth, we never lost sight of what made us different right from the beginning. Customer satisfaction is our primary focus, and that is why we insist on complete quality control. Our unique approach of keeping everything in-house –manufacturing, distribution and installation–results in consistently high quality products and your worry free renovation or new construction project, from start to finish and beyond.Employee-OwnedOur employees are also our owners, which results in exceptional care and pride throughout our organization. We treat your home as if it were our own. Centra has a long term commitment in providing the highest quality products and services, improving home energy efficiency and supporting local community charities.
Description: Centra Construction Group, a well established, employee owned construction company is seeking a team player interested in moving into a challenging and rewarding career in Accounting & Finance. This intermediate position will include:- Perform all cost accounting activities including margin and cost ratio analysis, inventory control, variance analysis, breakeven analysis.- With the use of ERP system NAV, ability to extract, organize, analyze and report data in a manner that identifies cost saving initiatives- Thorough documentation of inventory internal controls processes and ability to identify and mitigate control weaknesses- Lead monthly cycle counts and quarterly physical inventory counts and manage all count procedures- Review and audit Bills of Materials (BOM) to ensure items are complete and costs and quantities are accurate- Analyze actual labour, material and waste against BOM’s.  Research and explain variances- Work closely with manufacturing to understand issues and how they impact financial results as well as educate purchaser and plant manager on cost drivers and variances- Review job costing to ensure accurate and complete as well as identify and report on issues and trends- Processing Accounts Payable with high volume and tight deadlines- Performing bi-monthly cheque runs- Completing month end sales journals and reports as well as account reconciliations- Managing monthly Visa statements- Maintaining relationships with vendors- Accounts receivable - dealing with customers both in person and on the phone for payment
Requirements: The successful applicant will have the following qualities and strengths:- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with ability to see big picture- Self-starter who is able to work independently with minimal supervision- Speed, accuracy and attention to detail is a must for data entry- Ability to multitask in a fast paced working environment- Excellent organizational skills (prioritizing, time management, record keeping, follow up, etc)- Capable of following established systems, but not afraid to make suggestions to improve efficiencies- Ability to thrive in a fast paced working environment, meeting tight deadlines- Excellent computer skills - very strong in excel, with ability to produce flowcharts and spreadsheets with complex formulas- Experience with Navision software an asset- Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking and writing)- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization- Ability to deal with strong personalities, with a pleasant personality and a sense of humour, yet holding firm boundaries- Previous experience in a Manufacturing or Construction environment a strong assetEducation requirements:Bachelor of Business administration degree or the equivalentAn accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA), or 2- 5 years of work experience in management accountingPlease forward cover letter with wage expectations & resume (as attachments) via email.  Please note, no emails received through services such as skydrive will be reviewed.We would like to thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.
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