accountant in Windsor

• Accountant
• Employer: Global Vehicle Systems

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing manufacturing organization.

CPA students and recent accounting graduates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Job details

Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller, this role provides hands‑on experience in the following areas:

• Full-cycle accounting
• Payroll administration
• Month-end close activities
• Job costing and project accounting
• Financial reporting and analysis

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build a long‑term career in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance while working closely with senior leadership.

Why Join Us?

• Direct mentorship from the Group Financial Controller
• Exposure to full‑cycle accounting and financial reporting
• Hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Career growth opportunities and expanding responsibilities
• Hybrid work arrangement following training and onboarding
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable
• Perform three‑way matching of invoices and purchase orders
• Process supplier invoices in Sage 50
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Prepare EFT and cheque payments
• Complete month‑end AP reconciliations between subledger and general ledger
• Accounts Receivable
• Create customer orders and invoices
• Apply customer payments
• Assist with collections and account follow‑up
• Maintain accurate customer records
• Payroll and Labour Administration
• Review employee time records and attendance
• Track paid and unpaid time off
• Assist with payroll processing and reporting
• Create and maintain job records in both accounting and time management systems
• Job Costing and Financial Reporting
• Create and maintain jobs within Sage 50
• Apply and monitor job budgets
• Work closely with Sales and Engineering departments
• Assist with month‑end close activities
• Prepare accounting schedules and reports
• Support financial reporting and analysis
• Assist with implementing accounting policies and maintaining compliance
• General Responsibilities
• Act as a representative of Global Vehicle Systems and affiliated companies while demonstrating our core values of Integrity, Service, and Quality.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, organized, and healthy workplace in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Manufacturing accounting experience considered an asset
• Experience with Sage 50 Canadian Edition considered an asset
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, filtering, sorting, and pivot tables
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Pay & Benefits
• Job Type: Full‑time
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On‑site parking
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Location
• Hybrid remote in Windsor, ON N8Y 1N9
• Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy
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