General Accountant

Combined Metal Industries; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Combined Metal Industries in Vaughan, Canada; a full-time onsite General Accountant role focused on multi-entity accounting across Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions.

You will manage month-end close, financial reporting, tax compliance, intercompany activity, and process improvements to support a growing manufacturing environment. You should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 3–5 years of general accounting experience, ASPE knowledge, strong Excel skills, and CPA progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and working towards CPA designation.
• 3–5 years of experience in general accounting, preferably in manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of ASPE and month-end/year-end processes and reconciliations.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.
• Excellent English communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and show initiative.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-service mindset when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely, accurate monthly financial statements for assigned entities, including schedules and variance analysis.
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and reclassifications.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset and capital expenditure registers; ensure proper approvals and documentation.
• Update and reconcile loan payable/receivable schedules, including interest and covenant tracking.
• Participate in intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations for Canadian and U.S. entities.
• Assist in designing and improving accounting processes and internal controls with the Supervisor.
• Support indirect-tax compliance across HST/GST/PST and U.S. sales/use tax filings.
• Prepare year-end and audit support schedules; respond to auditor queries.
• Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Contribute to ERP/system enhancement projects with testing and data validation.
• Perform ad hoc analyses and projects to aid management reporting and cash flow planning.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

English communication

Independence / self-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA designation in progress

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Hours: 8 am to 4:30 pm or 8:30 to 5 pm, Monday to Friday

Full-time onsite

The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements.

This job posting reflects a new vacancy within the organization. The position is active and intended to be filled as part of our current staffing needs.

Here’s what we do…

CMI sources and processes recycled ferrous and non-ferrous metals across North America and ensure they do not end up in a landfill or go to waste. Our recycling stream ensures that all the ferrous and non-ferrous metals that enter our yards will create something new again!

Here’s where you come in…

As CMI continues to grow, we are seeking a proactive General Accountant who is passionate about full-cycle accounting and eager to elevate the role through analytical, strategic, and process‑improvement thinking. This position is responsible for accurate financial reporting, robust account reconciliations, and tax compliance across multiple Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions, supporting a growing, multi-entity environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare timely, accurate monthly financial statements for assigned entities, including supporting schedules and variance analysis.
• Perform month-end close activities, including preparation of general ledger journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and reclassifications; ensure all balances are properly supported and documented.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset and capital expenditure registers, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and related journal entries; ensure appropriate approval, coding, and documentation prior to month-end.
• Update and reconcile loan payable and receivable schedules, including interest calculations, covenant tracking, and confirmations.
• Participate in intercompany transaction and balance reconciliations across Canadian and U.S. entities; prepare and post intercompany invoices, debit/credit notes, and elimination entries as required.
• Assist in the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of accounting processes, internal controls, and standard operating procedures in collaboration with the Supervisor.
• Support indirect-tax compliance, including HST/GST/PST returns, U.S. sales and use tax filings, and related installments, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Prepare year-end and audit support schedules, respond to auditor queries, and assist the Supervisor with review of external audit reports, tax returns, and proposed adjustments.
• Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including issue resolution and process improvements.
• Contribute to system implementation and enhancement projects (ERP, reporting tools, document management), including testing, data validation, and user feedback.
• Perform ad hoc analyses, reconciliations, and projects to support management reporting, cash flow planning, and operational decision-making.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned

What will make you a valued member of our team?

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting and working towards CPA designation.
• 3 – 5 years of previous experience in general accounting, preferably in manufacturing company.
• Solid understanding of ASPE and general accounting principles, month-end and year-end processes, and account reconciliation best practices.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (lookups, pivot tables, charts, complex formulas) and comfort working with ERP/accounting systems.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain accounting matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in regular and peak periods, and follow through on commitments.
• High attention to detail, strong judgment and decision‑making ability, and sound analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Customer‑service mindset with tact and professionalism when dealing with internal departments, external auditors, vendors, and other stakeholders.

A Few Super Cool Things About Us

• We grow people, not just the business. Whether you’re early in your career or ready for your next step, we invest in development, mentorship, and real opportunities to advance
• Our culture is built on “we before me.” Collaboration, trust, and respect aren’t just words here. They shape how we work every day
• Leadership that’s real and approachable. Our leaders are hands‑on, transparent, and focused on continuous improvement, not hierarchy or ego
• A fast-moving environment where you won’t be bored. If you like variety, problem‑solving, and being challenged, you’ll feel right at home
• Diverse, inclusive, and people-focused. We value different backgrounds, perspectives, experiences and we believe that’s what makes our teams stronger
• Safety comes first. Always. We are deeply committed to the health, safety, and well‑being of our people and the communities we serve

Compliance & Transparency

In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, interviewed candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).

Use of Artificial Intelligence

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applications for this role. All hiring decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team.

At CMI we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace, free of bias and discrimination, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where feasible. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CMI is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.