Accountant

Walter Capital Management Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing investment firm in Montreal seeks an efficient and detail-oriented Accountant to manage the full accounting lifecycle. The role involves bank reconciliations, regulatory filings, and financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience and be bilingual in French and English.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Modern offices with amenities

Snacks and fresh fruit

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience working within a multi-company structure.
• Organized and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile bank accounts and cash positions regularly.
• Prepare and file periodic government sales tax returns.
• Manage accounts receivable and ensure timely invoicing.
• Perform month-end and year-end closings.
• Assist in payroll preparation.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Strong knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Self-starter with initiative

Effective team collaboration

Education

College or bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

POSITION : Accountant

STATUS : Permanent – Full-time

LOCATION : Westmount, Montreal

REPORTS TO : Corporate Controller

COMPANY OVERVIEW :

Walter offers a professional and fulfilling working environment where employees take pride in their work. At Walter Capital Management, you will have the opportunity to thrive in the asset management industry and collaborate with passionate, highly skilled professionals, allowing your knowledge and skills to shine.

We provide innovative investment strategies through our public markets and private equity teams, complemented by strategies from our affiliates.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

We are seeking a efficient, detail-oriented, and collaborative Accountant to join our Accounting Team. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this role will manage all aspects of the full accounting lifecycle, ensure accurate financial reporting, and handle regulatory filings.

If you're ready to contribute to the success of a growing investment firm specializing in private and public investments, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Reconcile bank accounts and cash positions regularly.
• Prepare and file periodic government sales tax returns for various legal entities.
• Manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collections.
• Handle client payments (cheques, bank wires), aging, and follow-up on outstanding receivables.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely transaction recording.
• Perform month-end and year-end closings, ensuring proper posting and balances.
• Assist in payroll preparation, ensuring accurate calculations, timely payments, and proper ledger recording.
• Maintain organized filing for all legal entities’ documents.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounting systems and processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements in compliance with applicable standards.
• Generate financial reports and analyses for senior management and stakeholders as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• College or bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Experience working within a multi-company structure.
• Team and service-oriented mindset.
• Organized and attentive to detail.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Sage Intacct is an asset.

KEY SOFT SKILLS :

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Self-starter with initiative and ownership of responsibilities.
• Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new financial software and technologies.
• Effective team collaboration, especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder influence.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

• Growing SME that promotes employee development.
• Competitive compensation.
• Modern offices with amenities like a private gym, showers, and lockers.
• Accessible public transport (next to Atwater station).
• Snacks, fresh fruit, barista-style coffee, and more!

Our Walter business units are passionate about their work and foster relationships based on trust, integrity, respect, and fairness.

We thank all candidates for their interest in Walter Capital Management. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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