General Accountant-Intermediate

Company: Sunway Solutions
Job Title: General Accountant-Intermediate
Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 30-32.5 hours per week
Salary: $60000-75000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience
Vacancies: 1
Work Arrangement: [On-site / Hybrid, as applicable]
Anticipated Start Date: As Soon As Possible

About Sunway Solutions

Sunway Solutions is a Canadian technology-solutions company providing IT services, networking infrastructure, electronic security systems, surveillance solutions and related technology services to business and residential clients.

Our operations involve customer contracts, equipment procurement, installation projects, supplier relationships and coordination with employees and subcontractors. We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented General Accountant to support our financial operations, maintain accurate accounting records and provide timely financial information to management.

Position Summary

The General Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the company's accounting records, overseeing day-to-day financial transactions, preparing reconciliations, monitoring accounts receivable and payable, assisting with payroll and tax compliance, and preparing periodic financial reports.

The successful candidate will work closely with management and operational personnel to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective expense monitoring and compliance with applicable Canadian accounting and tax requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring that financial transactions are recorded accurately and in the appropriate accounting periods.

2. Prepare monthly bank, credit-card, balance-sheet and general-ledger reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and implement necessary corrections.

3. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including reviewing supplier invoices, processing payments, issuing customer invoices, monitoring outstanding balances and following up on overdue accounts.

4. Record and reconcile revenue from IT services, equipment sales, networking projects, security-system installations and other company contracts, as applicable.

5. Monitor project-related expenditures, including equipment purchases, materials, subcontractor charges and other direct costs, and prepare cost summaries for management.

6. Review expense claims, purchase records, supplier statements and supporting documentation to ensure transactions are properly authorized, classified and recorded.

7. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, including income statements, balance-sheet schedules, cash-flow reports and management accounting summaries.

8. Assist with budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, expense analysis and comparisons of actual financial results against budgeted amounts.

9. Prepare and reconcile GST/HST accounts, maintain supporting documentation and assist with the timely preparation and filing of required indirect tax returns.

10. Maintain payroll records, reconcile payroll expenses and statutory deductions, and assist with payroll remittances and year-end reporting.

11. Maintain fixed-asset registers, record equipment acquisitions and disposals, calculate depreciation and reconcile relevant balance-sheet accounts.

12. Prepare working papers, account schedules and supporting documents for year-end financial statements and corporate income tax filings, coordinating with external accounting professionals where required.

13. Monitor outstanding customer balances, supplier obligations and other financial commitments, providing management with timely updates on cash-flow requirements.

14. Review accounting procedures and internal controls, identify discrepancies and recommend improvements to financial recordkeeping and reporting processes.

15. Maintain organized financial records and supporting documents in accordance with applicable Canadian tax requirements and corporate recordkeeping obligations.

16. Prepare ad hoc financial reports, reconciliations and analyses requested by management to support operational and business decisions.

Qualifications and Education

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, commerce or a related discipline; alternatively, a relevant college diploma combined with appropriate accounting experience may be considered.

• Professional accounting qualifications or progress toward a recognized accounting designation are considered an asset.

• Knowledge of Canadian accounting principles and applicable GST/HST requirements.

• Familiarity with full-cycle bookkeeping, general-ledger accounting, account reconciliations and financial reporting.

• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage or comparable financial management systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard business applications.

Experience Requirements

• Relevant experience in general accounting, financial reporting or full-cycle bookkeeping is preferred.

• Experience with project-based businesses, IT services, telecommunications, security systems, equipment installation or subcontractor-based operations is an asset.

• Experience with Canadian payroll, GST/HST reconciliations and year-end accounting procedures is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to organize financial records and manage competing deadlines.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with management and operational teams.

Compensation and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive an annual salary of $60000-75000, depending on qualifications and relevant experience.

Additional benefits, if offered, will be communicated during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter outlining their relevant accounting education, experience and technical skills.

Email: info@sunwaysolutions.ca
Subject Line: Application – General Accountant

Sunway Solutions is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. Applications will be assessed against the stated qualifications and requirements of the position.

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Sunway Solutions welcomes applications from qualified candidates and follows applicable employment and human-rights legislation.

 Applicants are requested to answer the following questions when submitting their application: 

1. Educational Qualification: What is your highest level of education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field?

2. Accounting Experience: How many years of professional accounting experience do you have?

   • Less than 1 year

   • 1–2 years

   • 3–5 years

   • More than 5 years

3. Do you have experience preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements?

4. Do you have experience maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries, and performing bank and account reconciliations?

5.  Have you prepared operating budgets, cash flow forecasts, or budget-versus-actual financial reports?

6.  Do you have experience reconciling revenue, reviewing supplier invoices, managing accounts payable and receivable, and analyzing operating expenses?

7. Which accounting software and financial reporting tools have you used, such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or Microsoft Excel?

8. Are you able to work at the advertised location in Ontario, Canada?

9. Is the advertised annual salary range of CAD $60,000-75,000 consistent with your salary expectations?

10. Please provide your résumé outlining your education, relevant accounting experience, technical skills, and professional qualifications.

Application Instructions

Please include your responses to the screening questions with your résumé and cover letter. Applicants should provide accurate information about their qualifications and professional experience.

Only candidates whose qualifications and experience align with the requirements of the position may be contacted for an interview.