Corporate Accountant

BJRC Recruiting; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their corporate accounting team. The role involves preparing financial reports, managing reconciliations, and collaborating with internal and external partners. Strong CPA credentials and accounting experience are essential. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of CA$80,000.00 to CA$115,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines.
• Previous exposure to financial services or real estate is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily reports covering mortgages, deposits, savings, and overall cash positions.
• Complete bank and subledger reconciliations regularly.
• Provide documentation and schedules to external auditors as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

CPA designation

Tools

Sage 300

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Accountant to join the corporate accounting function. This role will be focused on supporting accounting and reporting activities across the firm’s finance and real estate divisions, while collaborating with internal teams and external partners as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare daily reports covering mortgages, deposits, savings, and overall cash positions
• Monitor and validate electronic banking activity on a daily basis
• Complete bank and subledger reconciliations regularly
• Track daily cash balances and record related journal entries
• Process cheque deposits and wire transfers accurately and promptly
• Maintain financial records, working papers, and supporting schedules
• Support preparation of financial statements for affiliated companies
• Provide documentation and schedules to external auditors as required
• Perform ad hoc tasks and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• CPA designation (completed or in progress) considered a strong advantage
• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Familiarity with Sage 300 preferred, or willingness to be trained
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Previous exposure to financial services or real estate is an asset

Location: Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: CA$80,000.00 - CA$115,000.00 per year (range shown for context)