Senior District Accountant - London, ON Job

Employer Name: Compass Group Canada	SpiderID: 2933997
Location: London, Ontario	Date Posted: 10/27/2009
Wage:	Category: Accounting/Bookkeeping
Job Code:
Number Of Openings: 1

Job Description:
Position: Senior District Accountant, ESS Sector

Location: London, Ontario.

Overview:

We are currently seeking a Senior District Accountant to work in our Finance and Accounting Department located in London, Ontario.

The Finance and Accounting Department plays a very important role in managing and monitoring the company’s growth and success. Not only does it support day-to-day accounting activities for over 1800 operating units, but also it is involved in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and higher level strategic decisions.

Duties:

This highly motivated and results oriented individual will provide accounting and financial analysis support to our operating units. They will ensure unit managers understand and fulfill the financial terms and obligations of our client contracts and follow generally accepted accounting principles. They will be responsible for handling financial queries both from operations and management. The successful candidate will provide professional and accurate financial information to our clients, Operations Management and to Senior management as required. This position will report to the Sector Controller.

Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications (please only apply if you meet all required qualifications):

• Post secondary degree/diploma in Accounting
• Completed 3rd level of CGA or currently enrolled in the CMA Strategic Leadership Program
• A minimum of three years experience in a computerized accounting environment
• Proficient with PC operations (Windows, MS Office including Excel, Word and Access)
• JD Edwards experience in a multi site environment is an asset
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills and takes initiatives to solve problems
• Able to work overtime when required
• Willingness to travel on occasion

To Apply:
Please visit our company website at www.compass-canada.com.
Thank you for your interest in a career with The Compass Group. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will consider your resume for additional opportunities.

Compass Group Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce, and an inclusive work environment where all employees are treated fairly.

Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 2
Education Required: Bachelors
Overnight Travel: Less Than 25%
Vacation Time:

Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave

Company Profile:
Compass Group Canada is the nation’s leading food service and facilities management company. With 22,000 associates and annual managed revenues of $1.2 billion, we set the standard for food and service excellence.

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Kim Vu	Company Type:
Company:

City: Mississauga
State: Ontario
Zip: L4W 5M3

Web Site: http://www.compass-canada.com