Accountant

Job Description

As an S&C Electric Canada team member, you’ll work on tasks and projects that have real‑world impact, helping transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. With more than 70 years of innovation, our team advances a safer, more reliable, and resilient electrical grid, adapting to severe weather and supporting the transition to clean energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Statements & Reporting
• Preparing accounting journal entries for monthly accruals
• GL account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of accounts (cash & investments, prepaid, other receivables and payables, accrual, intercompany reconciliation and settlement)
• Fixed Asset administration, monthly capital expenditure reporting (continuity sch, NBV, depreciation journal entry preparation)
• Lead month‑end and year‑end closing tasks
• Preparation of financial statements (BS, P&L and statement of cash flow) and financial package for management reporting
• Conduct variance analysis, investigate and comment on significant deviations or unusual variances and follow up with different departments as needed
• Support documentation requirements in Invest Ontario loan application
• Operations Support
• A/R Billing and Cash application
• Manage and administer the Concur T&E program and Vehicle fleet program
• Manage insurance administration and claim
• Forecast & Budgeting
• Assist in quarterly forecast preparation
• Assist in annual budgeting process
• Cash flow projections
• Tax Compliance
• File monthly commodity taxes
• Prepare supporting documents for corporate tax filing
• NR4 filing
• Audits and Internal Control
• Support Internal Control Process Implementation
• Assist in External and Government audits
• Support process improvement and automation initiatives
• Help develop, implement, and maintain a robust internal control framework to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Other Tasks
• Support documentation requirements in Invest Ontario loan application
• Support the Finance & Accounting team on any ad‑hoc assignments.
• Prepare ad‑hoc reports and analysis for management as required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a medium‑size manufacturing or distribution environment, portion of which should include hands‑on bookkeeping, AR/AP, Capex and General accounting
• Audit experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and best practices (Canadian GAAP & ASPE)
• Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Oracle)
• Advance Excel skills including VLOOKUP’s and Pivot Tables
• Proficiency in data analysis tools Power BI, or Tableau is a plus
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Capable of embracing diversity and equity to ensure they contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace

Physical Effort

Normal or frequent minor physical effort required for the day‑to‑day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment

Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging conditions as part of everyday expected levels. (All jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events.)

Vacancy Disclosure

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within S&C Electric Canada.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance‑based bonus
• Generous employer‑matched retirement savings plan
• Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid holiday shutdown
• 100% employer‑paid health and wellness benefits, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) & Personal Spending Account (PSA)
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance, with optional enhancement
• Summer hours program
• Education reimbursement
• Seniority recognition
• Access to Spark LMS for continuous learning and development
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal‑opportunity employer.

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