Junior Financial Accountant/ Analyst

Location

Richmond, BC | Canada

Job description

Why Join Norsat International Inc.?

We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Norsat International Inc. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.

Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Junior Financial Accountant/ Analyst who is willing to dive into a wide range of accounting and analysis responsibilities. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude, be comfortable with daily and special accounting duties as well as extracting and analyzing financial data. The candidate will also enjoy stepping in and providing support at all levels, including working on special ad-hoc projects.

What You’ll Do:

• General accounting functions including, journal entries and working papers in multiple currencies and reconciliations.
• Manage weekly banking reconciliations and prepare related reports and analysis.
• Maintain schedules for capital assets and prepayments.
• Manage reconciliations for multiple credit cards.
• Using Power BI to track project activities.
• Using Power BI to track inventory data and analysis.
• Assist with inventory cycle counts and audits.
• Managing item cost roll ups and item cost analysis
• Provide coverage to A/P and A/R functions if necessary.
• Provide support to financial reporting data.
• Using Power BI to create reports on demand for financial data analysis.
• Perform other accounting duties and special projects as required.

What You’ll Bring:

• 1+ years of full-cycle general accounting experience, preferably from a manufacturing environment and/or multinational organization
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or completion of equivalent academic training
• Experience with multi-companies and multi-currencies transaction
• Experience working with large ERP systems, preferably Navision or Business Central
• Excellent Excel skills
• Prior experience with Power BI preferred
• Positive working attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong interpersonal, organization and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving
• Team player and able to initiate corrective action in a positive manner

What We Offer:

• Paid vacation days;
• 5 paid sick days;
• 100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, life & more (coverage varies);
• 4% RRSP matching;
• Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations;
• 100% reimbursed for job-related training;
• On-going training available;
• Flexible hours of work based on position;
• Employee Referral Program;
• Employee Award Program;
• Plenty of on-site and street parking & a bus stop right in front of the office (bus 405, 410, 416);
• Leisure areas in the office, employees are encouraged to have some fun! (i.e., ping pong table, foosball, Wii, tabletop games, card games);
• Employee events & initiatives: company BBQs, field trips, annual summer event, free snacks events, lunchroom has free flow of coffees & teas.
• Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for relocation, housing, transportation, or work authorization for the Internship.

Please note that benefits may vary by location and employment status. 

Applicants must hold either a Canadian citizenship, Canadian Permanent Residency, or Work/ Study Permit. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for work authorization. 

About Us:

Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio, and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable satellite components, portable satellite systems, maritime solutions, and network solutions. The company’s products and services are used extensively by telecommunications services providers, emergency services and homeland security agencies, military organizations, health care providers, news organizations, and Fortune 1000 companies.

Reports to: Melvin Siau, Divisional Controller
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary Range: CAD 45,000 - 50,000 per annum

Diversity Statement:

The Company values a diverse workplace where equal employment opportunities are available and commits to practicing a fair recruitment and hiring process in which all candidates are considered on the basis of their skills, abilities, and fit with the Company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, pregnancy, and physical or mental disability.

Accessibility Accommodations:

More information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodations, are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Security Screening Requirement:

Norsat is a secure facility; thus, all employment is contingent upon the selected candidate’s successful clearance from federal security screenings, including Criminal Record Check.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters please.

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Salary

$45k - $50k per year