Company Overview
Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Central Precast was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape products, steps, and architectural panels and is a part of The Precast Group which is the largest precast concrete products producer in Eastern Ontario. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: . Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, under a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront.
The Central Precast, a leading manufacturer of precast concrete products and a dealer of landscaping and masonry products in Eastern Ontario, servicing commercial, industrial and residential clients is currently looking for a full-time permanent Senior Accounting Clerk.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Accounting Clerk with 10 or more years of hands-on accounting experience to support day-to-day financial operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working independently while supporting month-end and year-end processes. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the finance team.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Perform full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Maintain accurate records of all automotive equipment for Insurance review
- Prepare accurate and timely contract billing in accordance with contract terms, pricing schedules, and billing milestones.
- Communicate with internal teams and clients regarding billing inquiries, disputes, and payment status and handle confidential information
- Process and reconcile invoices, payments, and vendor statements
- Prepare and post journal entries and adjustments
- Complete bank, pos register and general ledger reconciliations
- Support month-end activities
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation
- Liaise with vendors, customers, and internal departments to resolve discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
- Other related duties
Qualifications/Experience:
Education Required:
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in an accounting clerk or similar accounting role
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Dynamics, or similar)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Strong organizational, communication and time-management skills
- Dependable, punctual, and accountable, with a strong sense of responsibility.
- Must be able to self manage workload and take initiative to complete tasks.
Assets:
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Skills & Competencies:
- Experience in a corporate or multi-entity environment
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP
- Excellent communication skills Bilingual (English & French) is an asset.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel)
Compensation Offer:
- Estimated start date: Monday July 27th.
- Salary $60,000 – $65,000, based on experience
- Annual Bonus based on performance
- Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday. During the summer season, the schedule is approximately 44 hours per week, with the possibility of occasional Saturday shifts. In the winter season, the schedule adjusts to 42.5 hours per week.
- Located in Ottawa, Ontario (Hazeldean Road / Bongard Avenue / Trim Road)
- Onsite
- Permanent full-time role with comprehensive training and support
At Central Precast, respect, collaboration, service, passion, and dedication are the values that drive us to excel. Central Precast wants to help each employee build a long and rewarding career at the company. We are committed to ongoing career progression and employee development providing targeted on-the-job training, skills development, and job rotation opportunities. If you want to learn and grow, Central Precast is the place for you!
Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Do you have 10+ years of accounting/finance related experience?
- Do you have a post secondary education in a related finance field?
- Are you willing to work onsite?
- Do you have access to transportation to commute to the office, when public transportation is not readily available?
- Do you currently reside in the Ottawa area?
Work Location: In person
