Chief Accountant - starting at 90k

Randstad; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in Montreal is seeking an experienced individual to manage accounting operations, financial reporting, and team supervision. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in finance or accounting, with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Excel. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid work model, and generous vacation policy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible arrival/departure hours

Up to 4 weeks of paid vacation

Summer schedule

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an SME.
• Knowledge of Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations, including entries and closings.
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements.
• Analyze and manage cash flows for company health.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, performing variance analyses.
• Supervise and train accounting staff.
• Organize and prepare documentation for external audits.

Skills

Team spirit

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Proficiency in Excel

Bilingual in French and English

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Join a dynamic and growing business. We are looking for a candidate with team spirit, excellent communication skills, and inspiring leadership. You will have the opportunity to manage the general, analytical, and financial accounting of our company. In close collaboration with our operational teams, you will play a key role in ensuring optimal management of financial flows and maximizing the profitability of our projects.

Advantages

• A stimulating, collaborative work environment that values teamwork.
• A competitive salary.
• Flexible arrival/departure hours.
• Hybrid work model.
• Up to 4 weeks of paid vacation per year for a good work-life balance.
• Summer schedule.
• And more!

Responsibilities

• Supervision of the Accounting Cycle: Manage all accounting operations, including entries, monthly and annual closings.
• Financial Reporting Management: Prepare and present accurate financial statements that comply with accounting standards.
• Cash Flow Monitoring: Analyze and manage cash flows to ensure the financial health of the company.
• Budget Control: Prepare and monitor budgets, performing variance analyses.
• Team Management and Training: Supervise and train accounting staff, ensuring their professional development.
• Audit Preparation: Organize and prepare the necessary documentation for external audits.

Qualifications

• Degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an SME.
• Knowledge of Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
• Excellent financial analysis skills and proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Team supervision experience.
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset.

Summary

Contact me if you are interested in this position or if you would like to discuss career opportunities in finance/accounting. Email me at [e-mail].

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. We strive to increase equity, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace by examining our policies, practices, and systems throughout the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, retention, and advancement for all employees. We are dedicated to respecting human rights and ensuring participation for everyone, including equity-seeking groups who are underrepresented in Canada’s workforce. This includes women, non-binary individuals, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, racialized groups, and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is also committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace by supporting accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. Please identify any accommodation requirements by emailing [e-mail] to ensure full participation in the interview process.

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