What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Walter Surface Technologies Incorporated?
Reports To: Financial Controller
About Walter Surface Technologies
Walter Surface Technologies is a global leader in high-performance metalworking solutions, helping industrial professionals work smarter, safer, and more efficiently since 1952. Headquartered in Canada, we design and deliver innovative abrasives, tooling, and surface treatment technologies used across manufacturing, construction, and heavy industry.
What makes Walter different is our hands-on approach. We don’t just supply products, we work directly with customers on the shop floor and in the field to solve real challenges, improve productivity, and deliver measurable results. With a strong focus on innovation, automation, and sustainability, Walter continues to push the industry forward while empowering the next generation of talent to make a real impact.
About PushCorp (a Walter company)
PushCorp specializes in robotic material removal and force control systems, enabling manufacturers to automate grinding, sanding, and finishing processes with precision and consistency. By combining advanced robotics with application expertise, PushCorp helps companies increase throughput, improve quality, and reduce manual strain in demanding industrial environments. As part of the Walter ecosystem, PushCorp extends our commitment to productivity and innovation into the future of automated manufacturing.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of PushCorp, a growing division of Walter Surface Technologies. This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day accounting and financial reporting activities within a business unit. In addition to PushCorp responsibilities, the Accounting Specialist will collaborate closely with Walter’s broader finance team, contributing to month-end close, financial reporting, expense analysis, and ad hoc projects across the organization. This position is well suited for an early-career professional looking to build hands-on experience in accounting, financial reporting, and analysis within a growing international company. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams and gain exposure to multiple aspects of the business, supporting both operational and strategic financial initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily Accounting Operations
- Support the day-to-day accounting operations of the business
- Accounts Payable and process vendor payments
- Accounts Receivable processes
- Daily Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations
- Review and process disbursement requests in accordance with company policies and procedures
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
- Analyze accounting data and assist in the preparation of financial reports
- Support the monitoring and tracking of fixed asset activity
- Assist in analyzing financial performance and identifying trends or variances to support management decision-making
- Work closely with the Walter tax team by providing information required for tax return preparation
- Participate in the annual budgeting process
Administrative & Operational Support
- Support relationships with banking, insurance, and other external partners
- Provide support to the Human Resources function as required
- Assist with compliance requirements and regulatory filings
- Perform other related duties as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles
- Strong Excel and MS Office skills is an asset
- ERP systems knowledge in considered an asset.
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work across functions
- Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and evolving business environment High attention to detail and accuracy
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience & Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- Minimum 1 years of relevant experience
- Experience with accounting systems (Quickbooks preferred but not required)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English due to interactions with English speaking internal & external customers.
- Could be asked to travel occasional to United States.