Intermediate Accountant

About Northern

Headquartered in London, Ontario, Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency that specializes in helping leading Retail and Public Service brands navigate digital change. Leveraging our industry expertise and deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, we collaborate to design, create, and enable tailored digital experiences that drive growth. We have strategically assembled a group of innovators who have a passion for technology, design, and improving digital experiences.

What We’re Looking For

Join our dynamic Finance team and embark on an exciting journey as an Intermediate Accountant! This pivotal role is the heartbeat of our financial reporting, driving efficiency and precision in our processes. As a key player in our operational success, you'll dive into maintaining financial records, supporting month-end processes, and offering crucial administrative support across various financial functions. Be part of a team that turns numbers into action and propels our company forward!

Full-time remote is available nationally. Our Connected Workplace Program gives you the option to choose a remote, hybrid, or in-office workspace!

Benefits of Becoming a Northerner

In exchange for your talent and expertise, Northern is committed to providing:

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan, including a Health Spending Account
• Wellness Program & LifeWorks EAP
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Vet Care Program
• RRSP Matching
• Profit-Sharing Performance Bonuses
• Endless Professional Growth Opportunities
• Delicious Meals & Company Social Events
• Free Onsite Parking
• Referral Bonus Program
• Flexible work environment
• Allowance to help set up home office  

Just to name a few!...

Duties & Responsibilities

• Period-end Accounting Management; Assist with reconciliations, accruals, adjustments, and amortization processes.
• Complex Accounting Reconciliation; Assist with reconciling intricate accounting concepts, such as revenue recognition, WIP & cost of goods sold.
• Financial Statement Preparation; Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual standalone and consolidated financial statements for multiple entities, and associated schedules.
• Reporting on Budget-to-Actual Performance; Prepare monthly financial performance statements by business for distribution to various levels of leadership within the business.
• Annual Budgeting Contribution; Actively participate in the annual budgeting process.
• External Financial Reporting Schedules; Assist in preparing schedules for year-end external financial statement reporting.
• Cash Flow Management; Assist with oversight and reporting on cash flow, processing and monitoring of disbursements and collection of receivables.
• Day-to-day recording of transactions; Ensure transactions are accurately recorded, including A/R, A/P, and expenses.
• Invoicing system and payments oversight.
• Preparation of monthly sales tax filings, including coordination of payments for Sales Tax & Corporate Tax.

Knowledge, Education & Experience Required

• Successful completion of a university degree or college diploma in Finance or Accounting.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of financial systems (Quickbooks Online or similar) with strong Excel skills.
• Professional certifications (CPA) or enrollment in a program are a plus.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Since its founding in 2015, Northern has grown to over 150 employees working together to help leading brands across North America navigate digital transformation. As one of only 3% of agency partners awarded Google Premier Partner status, and a Facebook Marketing Partner, Northern is a leader in digital marketing and advertising excellence. Our campaigns have been recognized as best-in-class by the Google Premier Partner Awards, Search Engine Land Awards, the Canadian Search Awards, and more.

Northern’s continued growth, strengthened by our strong company culture, has led to multiple recognitions by Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ in Canada, in Ontario, for Women, and for Hybrid Work.

Equity and Diversity

Northern invites applications from all qualified individuals. As a Rainbow Registered organization with the CGLCC, we are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

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