Employer: Super 8
Location: Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Annual Salary: CAD $78,000–$88,000
Hours: 30-35 hours per week
Super 8 is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented General Accountant to oversee its accounting operations and support the financial management of its motel business. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, general ledger management, revenue reconciliation, expense analysis, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and statutory accounting compliance.
The position will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring operating costs, evaluating business performance, and providing management with reliable financial information for operational and strategic decision-making.
Maintain and review the general ledger, chart of accounts, journal entries, and supporting accounting records to ensure accurate and complete financial reporting.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Analyze financial results, operating expenses, revenue trends, and profitability to identify variances and provide recommendations to management.
Reconcile room revenue recorded through the motel's property management system with front-desk reports, online booking platforms, payment processors, and bank deposits.
Review revenue transactions, refunds, cancellations, chargebacks, booking commissions, and payment discrepancies, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including supplier invoice verification, payment reconciliations, outstanding balances, and financial record maintenance.
Analyze operating expenses, including utilities, maintenance, repairs, housekeeping supplies, laundry, insurance, and administrative costs.
Prepare operating budgets, cash flow forecasts, financial projections, and budget-versus-actual reports.
Monitor financial performance and provide management with analysis of revenue, expenses, cash flow, and business profitability.
Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, supplier statements, payroll accounts, and general ledger balances.
Review payroll summaries, reconcile payroll expenses and statutory liabilities, and assist with payroll remittances and year-end reporting.
Prepare and reconcile GST/HST accounts, maintain supporting documentation, and assist with required tax filings and compliance.
Maintain capital asset records for furniture, fixtures, equipment, computer systems, and property improvements, including applicable depreciation calculations.
Coordinate the preparation of accounting schedules and supporting financial information for corporate tax filings, external accountants, and audits.
Review internal accounting controls and procedures relating to revenue collection, payment authorization, expense recording, and financial reporting.
Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, adjusting journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of supporting schedules.
Maintain organized financial records and provide management with accounting reports to support financial planning, cost control, and business decisions.
Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
Relevant professional experience in accounting, financial reporting, or financial analysis.
Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial statements, account reconciliations, and budgeting.
Experience with accounting software, spreadsheets, and financial reporting systems.
Knowledge of Canadian accounting practices and applicable GST/HST requirements, or the ability to work in accordance with applicable requirements.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate and confidential financial records.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to management and operational personnel.
Annual salary: CAD $78,000–$88,000, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
Full-time, permanent employment.
Vacation entitlement in accordance with applicable employment standards.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their résumé and a cover letter to [Employer Email Address], with the subject line “Application – General Accountant.”
Super 8 is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices and welcomes applications from qualified candidates.
By email: Super8pembroke@gmail.com