Accounting Specialist

AY Talent; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AY Talent in Laval, QC is seeking an Accounting Specialist / Senior Accounting Associate to join the team in-office. The role emphasizes day-to-day accounting, AR/AP, bank reconciliations, and preparation of journal entries to support month- and year-end close.

The ideal candidate has several years of accounting experience, excels in Excel, and is eager to develop toward a Controller-level role. Leadership capabilities to guide a junior employee are valued in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills.
• Able to work independently and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Quick learner who is willing to take on new responsibilities.
• Comfortable overseeing and providing guidance to another employee.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Accounting diploma, degree, or equivalent practical experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily Accounts Receivable (AR) and manage Accounts Payable (AP).
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.
• Assist with account analysis and reconciliations.
• Prepare Excel reports, schedules, and financial analysis.
• Work closely with management and other departments as needed.
• Take on additional accounting responsibilities as skills and experience develop.

Job description

Accounting Specialist / Senior Accounting Associate

Location: Laval - in the office 5 days/week

Employment Type: Full-Time

Our client is looking for a highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist / Senior Accounting Associate to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional with a strong foundation in day-to-day accounting and who is interested in developing toward a future Controller-level role.

The ideal candidate has several years of accounting experience, is highly proficient in Excel, learns quickly, takes ownership of their work, and is comfortable providing guidance and oversight to a junior employee.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily Accounts Receivable (AR) and manage Accounts Payable (AP)
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records
• Assist with account analysis and reconciliations
• Prepare Excel reports, schedules, and financial analysis
• Work closely with management and other departments as needed
• Take on additional accounting responsibilities as skills and experience develop

Qualifications

• Several years of hands-on accounting experience
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and journal entries
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills
• Able to work independently and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Quick learner who is willing to take on new responsibilities
• Comfortable overseeing and providing guidance to another employee
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Accounting diploma, degree, or equivalent practical experience is an asset

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is ambitious and career-minded, but who understands that becoming a Controller is a longer-term goal. This person should want to build a strong understanding of the business and gradually take on greater responsibility.

The right candidate will be someone who:

• Wants to grow professionally within accounting
• Has the potential to eventually progress into a Controller or senior accounting role
• Is eager to learn and develop new skills
• Takes initiative rather than waiting to be told what to do
• Is dependable, organized, and able to manage deadlines
• Enjoys improving processes and finding better ways to work
• Is confident enough to oversee a junior employee while remaining a team player

This is a growth-oriented position for someone who wants to build a long-term career in accounting and gradually take on more responsibility.