Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Stella-Jones, a market leader in pressure-treated wood products in North America, is seeking a qualified Accounting Clerk in our Montreal office. The position provides an excellent opportunity to be a part of a digital transformation at Stella-Jones and will have opportunities to assist with process and reporting.

Primary Responsibilities:

Compiles and sort’s documents, such as invoices and checks, substantiating business transactions.
Travel and Expense and Credit Card program. Responsible for audits of expenses, approvals, and journal entries.
Analyzes and resolves purchase order discrepancies regarding invoice price, goods receipt quantities, allowances, and terms between the Company supplier’s invoices and Company purchase orders.
Process invoices accurately and promptly, enabling the generation of Stella-Jones monthly and yearly financial statements.
Reconciles report discrepancies and problems.
Codes data for input to financial data processing system according to company procedures.
Reviews, balances, and interprets computer reports and makes corrections.
Corresponds with vendors, conducts investigations, and brings complex discrepancies to resolution.
Maintain awareness of all activities and issues impacting daily operations and service levels.
Assists with Accounts Payable month and year-end close.
Keep Accounting Manager apprised of potential concerns and statuses.
Participates and contributes to the company safety program
Special tasks as assigned and participate in projects as needed.
Maintains company and employee confidence by keeping information confidential.
Compare accrued freight to invoiced freight and validate variances are within acceptable tolerances or take appropriate action to resolve variance.
Perform ad-hoc analysis with minimal supervision.
Act as department leader to identify and resolve issues as they arise.
Train and mentor peers.
Mail checks on time with enclosed appropriate supporting documentation.
Maintain and update process documentation.
Appropriately respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Education: DEC in accounting or equivalent preferred
Experience: Three years’ experience in accounting functions and reconciling general ledger.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience in Microsoft Suite
Knowledge of spreadsheet software, database software, and word processing software
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Exceptional customer service and communication skills
Experience in Microsoft Suite
Knowledge of spreadsheet software, database software, and word processing software
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Exceptional customer service and communication skills

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

Extended health and dental coverage
Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
Competitive compensation
Annual Profit Share Program
Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match
Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. #StellaS

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