Accountant

Stevenson & White; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevenson & White in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a full-time Accountant to oversee daily and month-end accounting operations while collaborating with senior management to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliant processes. The role requires handling payables, payroll, expenses, reconciliations, and project billing.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 2–5 years of hands-on experience, with strong MS Office skills and a commitment to confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• 2–5 years of hands‑on accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, payroll, employee expenses, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare month-end entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, loans, and leases.
• Maintain accurate financial records and provide timely reporting to senior leadership.
• Track assets, apply depreciation, and oversee vendor contracts and pricing.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Analyze account balances, identify variances, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Resolve discrepancies in accounts receivable and ensure accurate project billing.
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes and team workflows.
• Collaborate with project managers to support project-specific accounting needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Deltek Vantage Point

WIPS / Percentage of Completion

Intercompany transactions

Job description

Join a thriving local company with a large reach as a full-time, permanent Accountant. In this role, you will oversee daily and month-end accounting operations, collaborating closely with senior management to ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance, and implement efficient processes that support the organization’s growth. You are approachable, adaptable, and collaborative, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities with ease. In this role, you will:

• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, payroll, employee expenses, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare month-end entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, loans, and leases
• Maintain accurate financial records and provide timely reporting to senior leadership
• Track assets, apply depreciation, and oversee vendor contracts and pricing
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Analyze account balances, identify variances, and provide actionable recommendations
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives
• Resolve discrepancies in accounts receivable and ensure accurate project billing
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes and team workflows
• Collaborate with project managers to support project-specific accounting needs

Qualifications:

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field
• 2 - 5 years of hands‑on accounting experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards

Assets:

• CPA designation or progress towards CPA
• Experience with Intercompany transactions
• Deltek Vantage Point software knowledge
• WIPS or Percentage of Completion experience