Accountant

FED Group; Shefford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fed Finance, a leading recruitment firm for finance roles, is seeking a seasoned Senior Accountant to manage the full accounting cycle for multiple entities across Quebec and Ontario. You will prepare month-end entries, perform reconciliations, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The candidate should have 5+ years in accounting/finance, strong analytical skills, and bilingual proficiency in French and English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of full accounting cycle and month-end close.
• Experience with multi-entity environments is a strong asset.
• Experience with government remittances and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounting cycle for multiple entities across Quebec and Ontario.
• Prepare month-end journals, accruals, prepaids, and depreciation schedules.
• Perform reconciliations: bank, credit cards, balance sheet accounts.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting

Budgeting

Multi-entity accounting

Excel advanced

Communication

Bilingual FR/EN

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Payroll Software

Job description

Created in 2001, Fed Finance specializes in temporary and permanent recruitment within the accounting and finance sectors. Our consultants are industry experts who speak your language. We are committed to supporting you throughout your job search and at every stage of your career. Hello, My name is Nathan, Recruitment and Business Development Consultant at Fed Finance, a recruitment firm specialized in finance and accounting roles. I recruit for both temporary and permanent positions across Montreal’s South Shore. Our team of finance recruitment specialists understands your industry and speaks your language. We specialize in recruiting professionals in accounting, finance, and payrollYOUR MISSIONSManage the full accounting cycle for multiple entities across Quebec and Ontario.Prepare month-end journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and depreciation schedules.Perform and review bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and balance sheet account reconciliations.Manage accounts receivable activities, including billing, collections, cash applications, and customer account follow-up.Manage accounts payable functions, including invoice verification, payment preparation, and vendor statement reconciliations.Prepare and file government remittances, including GST/HST, QST, WSIB, and other applicable statutory filings.Participate in the preparation of monthly financial statements and year-end files.Collaborate with manufacturing facilities on inventory management, costing, and operational variance analysis.Prepare financial analyses and support the production of management reports.Assist with external audits and prepare supporting documentation as required.Contribute to the accounting integration of newly acquired entities.Participate in the continuous improvement, standardization, and automation of financial processes.Support special projects related to the company’s growth, centralization initiatives, and strategic development.Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.Work closely with the finance team to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial information.Actively contribute to the restructuring and optimization of the company’s accounting function.Provide support to managers and internal stakeholders on accounting and financial matters.Assist in strengthening internal controls and implementing accounting best practices.Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and ad hoc financial analyses as requested by management.Perform other related duties to support the efficient operation of the finance department.YOUR PROFILEMinimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and financeSolid experience with the full accounting cycle and financial statement preparationStrong knowledge of month-end and year-end closing processesExperience in financial analysis, budgeting, and variance analysisExperience managing cash flow and treasury activitiesStrong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliationsExperience with payroll processing and government remittancesExperience in a multi-entity environment considered a strong assetManufacturing industry experience is considered an assetAbility to supervise, mentor, and support accounting staffStrong communication skills and ability to partner with management and cross-functional teamsAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systemsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, growing, and evolving environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsHigh level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesSelf-motivated, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindsetStrong sense of accountability, professionalism, and ownershipBilingualism in French and English, both written and spoken