General Accountant

Winchesters; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm in Toronto is seeking a motivated General Accountant to support financial operations and reporting. You will collaborate with the Accounting Manager and work across teams to enhance efficiency. Ideal candidates will hold a CPA designation (completed or in progress) and have 3–4 years of general accounting experience. This full-time position offers a salary range of CA$73,000 - CA$83,000 plus bonuses and benefits, within a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Completed or in progress CPA designation is required.
• Understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• 3–4 years' experience in general accounting.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Record accounting entries and prepare reconciliations.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Analyze financial reports and provide insights on spending.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and support cash management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical accounting skills

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration across teams

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA designation

3–4 years of accounting experience

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

This range is provided by Winchesters. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$73,000.00/yr - CA$83,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Winchesters

Senior Recruitment Consultant at Winchesters | Finance & Accounting

General Accountant

$73,000- $83,000 + bonus and benefits

Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented General Accountant to join a well-established organization operating within a consumer-focused industry. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the business, with a strong emphasis on financial reporting and operating spend analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process and collaborate with the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate and timely monthly financial reporting.
• Record corporate accounting entries, including month-end accruals, prepaid expenses, bank transactions, and intercompany activity.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts (CAD and foreign currency), accrued liabilities, prepaid expenses, and other key accounts.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare analysis related to fixed asset depreciation and lease-related expenses for budget and forecast cycles.
• Produce and analyze monthly operating reports (actuals versus budget or forecast) and provide insights into spending trends.
• Work closely with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to ensure proper cut-off and accuracy of financial statements.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, including asset set-up, reporting, and ongoing analysis.
• Support cash management activities and respond to banking-related inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit monthly corporate, commodity, and withholding tax payments.
• Maintain the chart of accounts, including the setup of new accounts and structures for new business units.
• Complete required government and statistical reporting.
• Proactively identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• CPA designation completed or in progress.
• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and standard accounting practices.
• Strong technical accounting skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• 3–4 years of experience in general accounting and corporate financial reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is considered an asset.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Administrative

Industries

• Consumer Services and Food and Beverage Services