Intermediate Accountant

Univerus; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Coverage

RRSP

EFAP

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Environment

Education Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Univerus, a fast-growing enterprise software company, seeks an Intermediate Accountant to partner with a Business Unit and manage full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, billing, deferred revenue, reconciliations) while supporting month-end close in a dynamic multi-entity environment.

This developmental role is ideal for someone pursuing a CPA designation and eager to contribute to a global organization experiencing rapid growth, with opportunities to improve processes and drive accurate financials

Qualifications

• Working toward CPA designation (CPA-PEP or equivalent) or similar credential.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience including full-cycle AP, AR and reconciliations.
• Understanding of ASPE/IFRS fundamentals and revenue recognition.
• Experience with software/subscription billing is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to explain financial matters to non-finance colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Handle full-cycle accounting for assigned BU including AP, AR, billing, deferred revenue, reconciliations and payments.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes and intercompany transactions.
• Analyze financial data and prepare standard BU financial reports; explain variances.
• Collaborate with BU leaders, sales, and project teams to ensure accurate invoicing and revenue recognition.
• Maintain strong internal controls and support audits and tax filings as needed.

Skills

CPA in progress

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-entity accounting

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Excel

Job description

Brief Description

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, Univerus is a fast-growing enterprise software company specializing in vertical market solutions. With over 300 employees, more than 20 acquisitions, and a global customer base exceeding 3,500 organizations, Univerus delivers mission-critical technology across public and private sectors. Our flagship product, Unity ERP, powers operations in local government, utilities, construction, manufacturing, health and safety, education, and beyond.

Learn more at univerus.com

Position Details

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary Range: $50,000 to $65,000 CAD per year

Location: Hybrid model 3days/week - Burnaby, BC/North York, ON, Canada

This is a new requirement.

Job Function

As an Intermediate Accountant, you will be the hands-on finance partner for an assigned Business Unit, owning full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, billing and recurring invoicing, deferred revenue, reconciliations and payments) and contributing to month-end and year-end close. This is a developmental role, ideal for an accountant progressing towards a CPA designation, and an excellent opportunity to join a global organization that is experiencing rapid growth and be part of their exciting journey.

Role Details

• Reports to the Corporate Controller or Assistant Controller (if within a portfolio), within the Finance team
• No direct reports
• Works closely with the BU EVP/General Manager and BU leaders; sales, customer success and project teams (billing and collections); Assistant Controllers and accounting peers; the Corporate Controller; HR/payroll; IT; and external auditors
• Part of a clear finance career path (Entry Level, Intermediate, Assistant Controller, Controller), with broad exposure to a multi-entity, multi-currency software business that is growing through acquisition.

What you'll do

Accounts Receivable, Billing & Revenue

• Process invoicing requests and issue accurate, timely customer invoices in Business Central.
• Maintain the BU’s recurring invoicing schedule (subscriptions, maintenance and support renewals) so renewals are billed on time and nothing is missed.
• Maintain deferred revenue schedules and prepare monthly revenue recognition entries through deferral code in business central for subscription, maintenance and professional services revenue, under the guidance of the supervisor
• Apply customer receipts, monitor the AR aging, follow up on overdue accounts, and elevate collection risks to the supervisor and BU leadership.
• Resolve customer billing inquiries and prepare credit notes and adjustments once approved.
• Reconcile customer payment with invoice in the customer ledger to ensure aging is accurate.

Accounts Payable & Payments

• Process vendor invoices and employee expense claims, ensuring correct coding, supporting documentation and approval in line with Univerus' approval authority policy.
• Prepare wire, ACH, EFT and cheque payment runs for approval, and maintain vendor master data with appropriate controls.
• Respond promptly to vendor and internal inquiries.
• Reconcile vendor payment with invoice in the vendor ledger to ensure aging is accurate.
• Payroll processing and recording payroll journal entry

Month-End & Year-End Close

• Prepare month-end journal entries for the BU, including accruals, prepaids, deferred revenue, WIP recognition and allocations.
• Complete bank, credit card and balance sheet account reconciliations, investigating and clearing reconciling items promptly.
• Record and reconcile intercompany and foreign currency transactions for the entities supported.
• Prepare year-end working papers and deliver audit requests (PBC items) for the BU.
• Support sales tax (GST/HST/PST/US state sales tax) filings and other compliance requirements as assigned.

Business Unit Finance Partnership & Reporting

• Act as the finance representative for the assigned Business Unit, ensuring compliance with Univerus' financial policies and procedures.
• Prepare standardized monthly BU financial reports and explain key variances against budget and prior periods.
• Analyze financial data and assist in preparing the BU’s annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Report on and recommend changes that affect the BU’s targets for growth, profitability and working capital.

Process Improvement, Systems & Controls

• Follow, and help document, standard operating procedures that support consistent bookkeeping across all portfolios.
• Maintain a strong control environment for the BU, including segregation of duties, approvals and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate routine work, including the effective and secure use of AI tools in line with Univerus' data security policies.
• Support the finance onboarding of newly acquired entities, such as migrating to Business Central, mapping the chart of accounts, and setting up billing and payment processes.
• Perform other accounting duties as required.

What success looks like

• The BU’s books are accurate, fully reconciled and closed on time each month, with clear support for every balance.
• Customers are invoiced correctly and on schedule, and deferred revenue schedules tie to the general ledger.
• Vendors and employees are paid accurately and on time, with the right approvals in place.
• Receivables are actively managed, and collection issues are raised early rather than discovered late.
• BU leaders see this role as a responsive, trusted finance contact who helps them understand their numbers.
• Year-end and audit requests for the BU are delivered complete, accurate and on time.

Skills and abilities

• Actively working towards the CPA designation (e.g., enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program), or a recognized bookkeeping or accounting credential such as a college accounting/bookkeeping diploma or certificate, or Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred; a relevant diploma combined with equivalent experience will be considered
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience, in either a firm or industry setting, including full-cycle AP, AR and reconciliations
• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing journal entries
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and full-cycle accounting (ASPE / IFRS fundamentals)
• Understanding of revenue recognition and deferred revenue; exposure to software or subscription billing is an asset
• Working knowledge of Canadian sales tax (GST/HST/PST); exposure to US or other international sales tax is an asset
• Familiarity with internal controls and why they matter
• Working knowledge of AI and how to apply it effectively and securely in a financial setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (lookups, pivot tables, reconciliation workbooks)
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or another ERP system
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain financial matters to non-finance colleagues
• Works well in a fast-paced environment and manages multiple deadlines across entities and time zones
• Highly accurate and detail-oriented; takes ownership of work from start to finish
• Builds productive relationships with BU leaders, customers and vendors
• Handles confidential information with discretion and integrity
• Eager to learn, open to coaching, and committed to continuous improvement
• Experience in a software, technology or SaaS business (including subscription or recurring billing), a multi-entity or multi-currency environment, or a growing or acquisitive organization is an asset

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health and Dental Coverage
• RRSP
• EFAP
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Environment
• Education Reimbursement Program

Additional Notes

Univerus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to working with you to ensure your needs are met.

Please note that we may use AI as part of our recruitment and hiring process. While we may incorporate select AI features to enhance process efficiency, we remain committed to human-led decision making. We recognize that AI is not perfect, so all AI-generated outputs are subject to human review to ensure accuracy and fairness. Our goal is to use technology to support, not replace, thoughtful human decision-making in recruitment and hiring.