Company Profile:
Kobitex Inc. is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals, serving a diverse range of industries including agriculture, mining, oil & gas, water treatment, and more. With over 40 years in operation, Kobitex is renowned for its commitment to quality, reliability, consistency and sustainability. Headquartered in downtown Toronto, Canada, the company partners with chemical producers worldwide to deliver exceptional products and services. Kobitex's dedication to on-time delivery and impeccable customer service has established it as a trusted partner in the chemical wholesale sector.
Kobitex is looking to hire a Junior Accountant. They will be focused on playing an important role in driving our day-to-day financial operations inclusive of accounting, billing, financial reporting and budgeting. This individual would be based in our downtown Toronto offices.
Job Title: Junior Accountant
Key Responsibilities:
- Support all financial operations including accounting, billing, payroll, payables, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Support the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts
- Monitor and optimize cash flow, payments, and receivables
- Conduct cost analysis to identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement
- Support accounts payable and receivable processes
- Perform regular reconciliations of accounts to ensure accuracy
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
- Support month-end close process and year-end audit requests
- Assist in maintaining and improving internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Analyze financial data to support decision-making and strategic planning
- Effectively communicate and partner with leadership in many aspects of our business
- Work closely with Management on various ad-hoc projects that will improve and maintain the full accounting cycle & accounting functions of the company
- Ad hoc projects as required
Role Requirements:
- Post-Secondary education/Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management; professional accounting designation a plus but not required (CPA, CA, CMA)
- Experience in the chemical industry a nice to have
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, as well as critical thinking and analytical skills
- English proficiency is a must
- Excellent analytical, written, and verbal skills
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including an advanced knowledge of Excel
- Experience using accounting/bookkeeping software (i.e QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite etc); exposure to ERP systems a nice to have
- Ability to gather data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and propose solutions
- Ability to work closely with a senior management team as well as effectively communicate with people in various roles and functions
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and controls
- Full time role, in office 5 days a week at our Downtown Toronto office
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Language:
Work Location: In person
