Job Description:
The Accountant II develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, etc. Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations. Responsible to prepare and provide information through sound financial reporting. Monitors compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company procedures. Provides guidance and direction to others within the department.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries.
Balance sheet reconciliations and analysis.
Reconciliation of bank accounts.
Review and assist with identifying and coding unallowable expenses.
Assist in gathering and providing data for external financial and tax audit examination processes.
Assist in the documentation and monitoring of the Financial Management System Policies and Procedures
to insure compliance.
Management of the Sales and Use Tax accounting and reporting process.
Assist in the implementation of general accounting process improvement objectives.
Set up and maintain Vendor master files.
Non-Essential Job Duties (formerly Other Job Functions)
Other duties may be assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Required:
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
Ability to interface professional with various vendors, auditors and government agencies.
Ability to apply basic financial/accounting principles to work assignments.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for all levels of the organization.
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience (minimum 2-6 years).
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Effective working knowledge of Microsoft Office with intermediate Excel skills.
May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).
Preferred: N/A
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Office and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
May work extended hours or weekends.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
0-25% - May be required to travel between locations.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience (minimum 2-6 years)
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Microsoft Office with intermediate Excel skills
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information per government standards
- Ability to interface professionally with vendors, auditors, and government agencies
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods and perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key)
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work extended hours or weekends when required
- May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship)
What We Do
Tree of Life Canada is a leading grocery and foodservice distributor providing sales and distribution coverage across Canada. As curators of unique brands, they bring elevated food and beverage experiences to the Canadian market, managing everything from logistics and marketing to sales. Their mission is to be Canada’s number-one growth partner for the food and beverage industry, serving restaurants, hospitality, and grocery retailers.
