Accountant

TAG HR; Eastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Finance team in a hybrid role. This exciting opportunity involves managing daily financial operations, preparing month-end reports, and mentoring junior team members. You will play a key role in driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic setting while contributing to the success of a top law firm in Canada.

Benefits

RRSP matching

Employer-paid health benefits

Generous vacation and sick leave

Annual wellness allowance

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience managing daily financial operations and month-end reporting.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end financial reports and reconciliations.
• Oversee billing, payroll, AR/AP, and bank reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or working toward designation

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Position: Accountant
Location: Downtown, Ottawa, ON (Hybrid)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $75,000–$95,000

About the Firm:
Our client is one of Canada’s top Law Firms

The Opportunity:
The firm is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll manage daily financial operations, support month-end reporting, mentor junior team members, and help drive process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare month-end financial reports and reconciliations
• Oversee billing, payroll, AR/AP, and bank reconciliations
• Mentor and support Finance team members
• Assist with developing financial policies and internal controls
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA or working toward designation
• Strong full-cycle accounting experience
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset

Benefits: RRSP matching, employer-paid health benefits from day one, generous vacation and sick leave, annual wellness allowance, and professional development reimbursement.