Accounting Analyst

This is a remote position.

Are you looking to work for an organization you’ll genuinely enjoy being a part of? SFIR Consulting is a fully remote accounting firm with a collaborative, engaged team that takes pride in doing things differently. If you are ready to make a unique impact in an often standardized industry, we want to get to know you!

We are currently hiring an Accounting Analyst in a full-time, remote role to support our expanding client base. This is a client-facing position where you will engage with clients professionally over email and video calls.

You may get our attention with your technical expertise, but you will win us over with your personality! Our ideal candidate is someone who leads with integrity, thrives in collaborative environments, and is committed to growth and continuous learning.

For someone eager to apply their investigative skills and expand their accounting knowledge, you will find plenty of opportunities for growth. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, paid vacation, team building events and ongoing training and professional development.

If you’re excited about the work we do and the culture we’re building, we encourage you to tell us why SFIR feels like the right fit for you. We anticipate an early June start date for this position, with flexibility on timing for the right candidate.

Note: Only candidates who complete the assessment in our careers portal when applying will be considered for an interview. Kindly check your spam/junk folder within 48 hours after applying.

Responsibilities of the Accounting Analyst position include (but are not limited to):

• Maintain accurate accounting records for multiple clients in various accounting systems including AR, AP and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and financial statements.
• Execute all month-end deliverables for bookkeeping clients including monthly bank, clearing account and credit card reconciliations, payroll and adjustments.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies and propose adjustments if required.
• Prepare, reconcile and file GST/HST, PST, T4 & T4SUM, WSIB, and T5 returns.
• Assist with year-end close including balance sheet and income statement GL balance analysis, adjusting journal entries and reclassifications.
• Train and support staff accountants and interns in bookkeeping processes and resolving escalated client inquiries.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with team members and clients.
• Utilize our CRM and Project Management tools and other administrative work.
• Ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned (working independently or supporting team).

• Resides in Ontario, Canada.
• 3+ years experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• In depth knowledge of standard accounting and bookkeeping principles and best practices.
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online, and/or other accounting-related platforms.
• A strong aptitude for learning new systems and approaches.
• The ability to navigate new cloud-based software such as Zoho Books, Freshbooks, Sage, AccountEdge, etc.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with strong multi-tasking skills while working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to maintain strict confidentiality of the company's financial information as well as its clients.
• A dedicated space to perform work remotely and neatly with minimal interruption.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting software, such as SAP and/or NetSuite, is a plus.

We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid vacation.
• Team building events.
• Ongoing training and professional development.