We are looking for an Accountant to join an Ontario team on a contract basis to support key financial and metal accounting activities. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance analysis, reconciliation, and reporting responsibilities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate account oversight, trading-related reviews, and month-end support while working closely with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct recurring reviews of metal accounting records, identify discrepancies, and investigate unusual variances.
• Maintain metal weight ledgers and complete monthly reconciliations and reporting to support accurate inventory and financial tracking.
• Review daily trading results and foreign exchange activity to confirm timely and appropriate hedging actions.
• Reconcile external refiner accounts on a regular basis to verify the accuracy of recorded metal balances.
• Partner with the metal control team to validate physical inventory counts, compare results to system records, and resolve differences.
• Provide backup support for trading operations, including daily reconciliation of trading and foreign exchange transactions.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting activities to help ensure accurate and timely close processes.
• Administer contract renewal documentation and maintain organized records within SharePoint.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed to support departmental priorities.
• Undergraduate degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, reconciliation, or audit-focused roles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical thinking, organization, and time management skills, with effective communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, along with experience using ERP or accounting systems such as SAP.
• Hands-on knowledge of core accounting functions, including reconciliations, accounts payable, invoicing, or payroll support.
• An accounting designation or progress toward one, such as CPA, is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

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