Description:
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Transaction Processing, this position is responsible for providing support services associated with the financial and accounting processes of the company. This is included, but is not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payments, payroll, invoices, material receipts, taxes, budgets, financial reports, fixed assets, investments, and system development. The ability to work under tight timelines and adapt to changing priorities is essential. This is an opportunity to be a part of the greater Human Resources team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Working in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and regulations, perform financial and accounting support services operations within a business office or Human Resources setting. This includes, but is not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payments, payroll, invoices, material receipts, taxes, budgets, financial reports, fixed assets, investments and system development:
- Process receivables, payables and investment transactions and material receipts, including processing bank drafts, resolving purchase order discrepancies and correcting erroneous payments. Review invoices to ensure correctness and process approved invoices for receipt and payment. Ensure costs are distributed and reconciled to appropriate accounts.
- Compile financial, business and operational plans related to budgets, targets, performance and investments. Collect and review data from various reporting systems and identify and investigate variances. Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial reports. Review works programs and budget feedback,and prepares statistical reports including cash forecasting.
- Prepare and process payroll data and answer inquiries from employees, supervisors and pensioners.
- Process goods and service tax and retail sales tax payments and refunds. Prepare tax returns and file with appropriate government agencies. Screen purchase orders and invoices for proper application and refund of taxes. Answer routine inquiries on the application of such taxes.
- Maintain and administer databases and cost control systems for ensuring proper operation and maintenance for purposes of tracking the Company's fixed assets and other accounting and financial data. Provide advice and assistance on matters related to fixed assets.
- Participate in the design and development of new or revised costing and accounting systems. Provide advice to system users on system operation and enhancements.
- Accountable for the health, safety and well-being of self and others, in accordance with technical/operating procedures and standards.
EDUCATION
- College diploma or certificate in Finance, Human Resources or Business Administration
QUALIFICATIONS
- Finance/ Accounting background experience is an asset
- Previous knowledge in Financial Enterprise systems such as SAP considered an asset
- Previous Accounts Receivable Experience considered an asset
- Experience working in a unionized environment would be considered an asset.
- Proficiency in Word and Excel.
- Change resilient in an agile work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Ability to communicate effectively, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to quickly understand business processes and navigate organization and support systems to deliver results to client groups.
- Able to provide client focused service in a high-volume environment.