Corporate Accountant

JD Development Group; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Your expertise will support the preparation of financial statements, assist with audits, and provide analytical insights to enhance financial performance. Collaborating across departments, you will play a key role in budgeting and forecasting while driving process improvements. If you are passionate about finance and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of corporate or public accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and perform month-end closing.

Skills

GAAP Compliance

Financial Reporting

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Advanced Excel Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA Preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

The Corporate Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting our company's financial reporting processes. This role involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, assisting with audits, and providing analytical support to improve financial performance. The ideal candidate should have a strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Key Responsibilities include:

Financial Reporting & Compliance:Preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Assisting in the consolidation of financial data for corporate reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

General Ledger & Reconciliation:Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations. Performing month-end and year-end closing procedures and investigating and resolving discrepancies in financial records.

Audit & Tax Support:Assisting with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations. Supporting tax preparation and filings by ensuring accurate financial data.

Financial Analysis & Process Improvement:Analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings. Assisting in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, and recommending and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:Working closely with AP/AR, payroll, and other departments to ensure accurate financial transactions, and providing financial insights to support business decisions.

Qualifications & Skills:A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred). At least 3 years of corporate accounting or public accounting experience. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite), advanced Excel skills, and knowledge of GAAP/IFRS. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience with financial consolidation and multi-entity reporting. Knowledge of SOX compliance. Public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier firm) experience.