Corporate Accountant

Founded in 2005, Matalco has built a reputation as one of North America’s fastest growing and leading producers of high-quality aluminum billet and slab. In fact, Matalco is one of North America's largest secondary aluminum billet producers. We are seeking a Corporate Accountant to join our Corporate Support team on a 12-month contract! As a Corporate Accountant, you will provide experienced, hands-on accounting support across Accounts Receivable, collections, Accounts Payable and selected general accounting and month-end activities.

The role provides flexible capacity to the Brampton Finance team as transaction volumes and centralized responsibilities increase. The position is intended for an experienced accounting professional who can assume recurring responsibilities with limited supervision and contribute from day one. This role requires the candidate to be on site 5 days per week. The range for this role is $50,000-$70,000.00. Minimum Qualifications College diploma or post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of hands-on accounting experience, including practical experience in Accounts Receivable, collections, Accounts Payable, account reconciliations and recurring month-end activities. 5-10 years of broad accounting experience in a multi-entity, manufacturing or other transaction-intensive environment preferred. Accounting technician designation or equivalent professional development. Demonstrated ability to work independently and become productive quickly; strong understanding of AR, collections, AP, cash application, customer and vendor reconciliations, journal entries and month-end support; strong Excel and ERP skills.

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail; effective follow-up and problem-solving skills; clear written and verbal communication; customer-service mindset. Ability to manage multiple priorities and move between Finance functions based on workload. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable and collections: monitor outstanding receivables; follow up with customers on overdue balances; resolve payment, billing and account discrepancies; support cash application; reconcile customer accounts; maintain clear collection notes and follow-up actions; and escalate significant issues appropriately.

Accounts Payable support: review, code and process invoices as required; investigate invoice, purchase order and payment discrepancies; follow up with vendors and internal stakeholders; support vendor statement and AP reconciliations; and provide coverage during periods of higher workload or absence. General accounting and month-end support: prepare selected journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules; assume responsibility for defined recurring close activities; investigate differences; maintain appropriate documentation; and complete assigned work accurately and on schedule with limited supervision.

Finance team support and process improvement: provide flexible support across AR, AP and Accounting based on business priorities; document and standardize recurring processes; help transition appropriate activities into the Brampton team; identify practical improvements; and assist with increased volumes associated with business growth and new entities. Coordinate priorities, complete recurring accounting and closing activities, resolve discrepancies and provide workload coverage.

Exchange information and resolve customer, vendor, invoicing, payment and accounting issues. Follow up on receivables and collections, resolve account discrepancies and confirm payment status. Resolve invoice, statement and payment discrepancies and exchange information on account status. Other duties as assigned. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve.

Matalco Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.