Accounting Analyst

SkyWatch; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space-tech company in Kitchener is searching for a detail-oriented finance professional. This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing payroll, and supporting financial reporting. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in finance or accounting, ideally within a tech environment. Strong proficiency in tools like NetSuite and a process improvement mindset are essential. This position offers a salary range of $60,000 - $90,000 per year depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience with NetSuite, Xero, or other financial tools.
• Strong analytical and process improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly payroll cycle with third-party provider.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Support month-end close procedures including bank reconciliations.

Skills

Payroll management

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Education

3–5+ years in finance/accounting/FP&A

CPA designation recommended

Tools

NetSuite

Excel/Google Sheets

Data visualization tools

Job description

Company Description:

SkyWatch is at the forefront of revolutionizing how satellite data is accessed and utilized globally. Our innovative platform empowers businesses, researchers, and governments to easily integrate satellite data into their operations, driving informed decision-making and unlocking new opportunities for growth and efficiency. Founded on the principle of democratizing access to space-based technology, SkyWatch provides a seamless interface that aggregates data from numerous satellite sources, offering unparalleled access and insights. Whether monitoring agriculture, managing infrastructure, or advancing scientific research, our scalable solutions cater to diverse industries with a commitment to reliability, security, and sustainability.

Our Products:

Our suite of applications — EXPLORE, HUB, MAP, BUILD, and CONNECT — is tailored to meet the diverse needs of users on the SkyWatch platform. Whether you are an individual purchasing data for a project, a business seeking to store and share geospatial data, a GIS specialist in need of imagery for maps or workflows, a developer looking to build innovative solutions with our API, or a data provider seeking to sell to our user network, you can do it with SkyWatch.

Our Culture:

Culture is the personality of a company. It is our company's shared beliefs, values, and practices. At SkyWatch, our culture is incredibly important to us, and we practice it every day. Both as a company and in our products, we value simplicity, dependability, and empathy. Let’s face it — the best jobs boil down to a handful of things: getting the chance to work with amazing people in a great culture with leaders who have your back while pursuing a vision that you can get passionate about.

Please note that SkyWatch may use AI throughout various portions of the talent process.

Anticipated salary range for this role is between $60,000 - $90,000 per year depending upon skills and experience.

About the Role

SkyWatch is seeking a detail-oriented and resourceful finance professional to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role that blends core finance and accounting responsibilities with ownership over systems, reporting, and automation workflows.

You’ll oversee key financial operations (including payroll oversight, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting), while also playing a critical role in helping us refine and scale our financial systems—particularly NetSuite.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, scale-up environment, can work independently, and is excited about improving processes through automation and smarter tools.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Operations

• Own and oversee the monthly payroll cycle in coordination with our third-party provider, including managing commission and bonus plan calculations
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
• Manage the credit card program
• Support month-end close procedures including bank reconciliations and the creation and maintenance of various schedules and lead sheets
• Maintain accurate general ledger data and contribute to audit prep and compliance

Financial Reporting & Forecasting

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Build and maintain rolling cash and financial statement forecasts (in tools such as Runway)
• Scenario modelling
• Help match cost centers to strategy—tying hiring plans and team spend to organizational milestones
• Collaborate with the Controller to support budget tracking and departmental reporting

Systems & Process Improvement

• Act as a key contributor to our NetSuite implementation and rollout
• Connect and ensure clean data across tools (BambooHR, Runway, accounting platforms) to support real-time planning and visibility
• Identify and implement automation opportunities across financial workflows (e.g., approvals, invoicing, reconciliation)
• Evaluate and collaborate with third-party vendors (e.g., NetSuite consultants, financial tools)
• Support the broader development of a scalable financial systems roadmap

What You Bring

• 3–5+ years in a finance, accounting, or FP&A role (startup or tech environment a plus)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (CPA designation is helpful)
• Experience with NetSuite, Xero, or other ERP/financial platforms
• Excel/Google Sheets power user; experience with data visualization tools a plus
• Ability to zoom out and see the big picture while executing detailed tasks
• Process improvement mindset; always asking, “how can this be better?”

What will excite us

• You’re enthusiastic about joining a rapidly growing space-tech company
• You’re comfortable taking on varied responsibilities and collaborating in a tight-knit team
• You’re eager to innovate and optimize data architecture and analytics processes

Accessibility at SkyWatch

At SkyWatch, we believe every candidate deserves a fair and inclusive experience. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know — we're happy to work with you to ensure your needs are met.

To request an accommodation, please advise any member of the talent team or contact us at [e-mail].