What We Do:
As one of the fastest growing insolvency firms in Canada, Bromwich+Smith’sgoal is to help an ever-greater number of Canadians find relief from debt. We love to work here because we love to helppeople. We are a professional organization with a purpose to alleviate the challenges of debt for Canadians. Importantly, we are not a collection agency, nor do we lend money to people; we work directly with clients and their creditors to solve client challenges.
What We Value:
At Bromwich+Smith, putting people first isn’t just an idea - it is embedded in our purpose and values and is central to our daily operations. This also means putting our employees first and supporting them. Our values include: People come first, Committed in heart and mind, Succeed together, Own it, Find a better way, and Do the right thing.
The Position
The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a key role in supporting the business by facilitating accounting, financial reporting and budgeting of the business. The Accounts Payable Specialist will report to the Assistant Controller.
Key Accountabilities:
Accounting
Facilitate entry of invoices, capturing approval and relevant coding in line with policies and paying bills as they become due.
Facilitate the capture of detailed revenue information, including reconciliation to Insolv output.
Manage prepaid expenses, including proper amortization and automation.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
Prepare entries and update schedules for all Equipment Financing arrangements.
Calculate and submit journal entries for review.
Facilitate in the accrual of WIP and related accounting impacts monthly.
Automation
Drive process improvement by researching and preparing recommendations for process improvement.
Monitor, maintain, and improve existing functionality between software modules.
Facilitate process automation at all levels of finance.
Financial Reporting
Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including analysis of vendor payments and aging schedules.
Support the Assistant Controller during the annual financial statement audit by organizing and providing required documentation.
Budgeting/Forecasting
Assist in creating budget templates for department managers, managing inputs throughout the budgeting process, and preparing finalized department-wise budgets following budget approval.
Education, Knowledge & Skills:
Preferred bachelor’s degree and three years’ experience (or equivalent experience) in financial accounting and/or business administration.
Preferred completion or actively pursuing an accounting designation.
Required 1 years’ experience working with Xero accounting software.
Strong computer literacy including intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with key stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to multi-task, self-direct, and manage time effectively.
Requirement to work collaboratively with others to achieve results.
Ability to work independently, in office or hybrid.
Job Specific Competencies:
Critical thinking to assess situations that requite higher level intervention.
Strong analytical skills when addressing situations to determine appropriate solution or outcome.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to handle and respond to different situations.
Works collaboratively with team members and others.
Operates with high attention to detail to meet or exceed team goals.
Accountability – takes personal ownership and responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work commitment.
Continuous learner
We encourage CPA students and candidates to apply! This role offers a valuable opportunity to work under a designated CPA mentor, helping you gain recognized experience toward your CPA Practical Experience Requirements (PER) through the Experience Verification Route. You will be exposed to core accounting functions such as accounts payable, reconciliations, GST reporting, and financial process improvement, all within a supportive environment that encourages learning and professional growth
Why Should You Apply?
You will be part of a growing and dynamic Insolvency firm.
We offer on the job training with an opportunity for growth and professional development.
We offer a competitive salary with annual performance reviews, and incremental increases.
We offer amazing health, dental, vision and paramedical benefits plan along with a generous Flexible Spending Account, and a company matching group savings program.
We have great time off policies that include wellness days and paid vacation time.
To protect our people, brand and assets, as part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check.
B+S is an equal opportunity employer.
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better experience for our clients. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
