GL Senior Accountant - 12582-1 + 12734-1

Randstad Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in real estate services seeks a Senior General Ledger (GL) Accountant for a 3-month contract in Toronto. This role is vital for managing the general ledger and ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing an exciting opportunity for finance professionals to enhance their experience within a reputable organization.

Benefits

Work with a globally recognized brand

Prime downtown Toronto location

Opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Dynamic and professional work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in full-cycle accounting in a corporate environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports.
• Perform month-end close duties, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with external and internal audit requests.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation (or in final stages)

Tools

Accounting systems (PSF preferred)

Job description

Our client, a global leader in real estate services, is seeking a Senior General Ledger (GL) Accountant for a 3-month contract based in their Toronto office. This role plays a critical part in managing the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting audit and month-end processes. It’s an exciting opportunity for finance professionals looking to build their experience within a well-established enterprise environment.

Advantages

• Work with a globally recognized brand in the real estate and asset management industry
• Prime downtown Toronto location
• Opportunity to collaborate with large, cross-functional teams
• Gain exposure to full-cycle accounting and external audit support
• Dynamic and professional work environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports
• Create and review journal entries, month-end accruals, and variance analysis
• Maintain and reconcile billings and AR for large clients / accounts
• Analyze accounting variances and recommend improvements
• Perform month-end close duties, including balance sheet reconciliations
• Review accounting classifications and ensure compliance with company standards
• Assist with external and internal audit requests
• Support the implementation of best practices in accounting processes
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in full-cycle accounting, preferably in a corporate environment
• University degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution
• CPA designation or in final stages of completion
• Proficiency with accounting systems (PSF preferred)
• Strong Microsoft Excel and general MS Office skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting
• Experience working with external clients / customers and reporting is a plus

Summary

If you're a detail-driven accounting professional with solid GL experience and a passion for numbers, this is your chance to join a reputable organization and elevate your finance career. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity with one of our valued clients!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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