Junior Accountant

Ian Martin Group; Mississauga, Calgary; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Ian Martin Group is recruiting a Junior Accountant to support the Finance and Accounting team in Mississauga (YYZ) or Calgary (YYC). The role involves day-to-day accounting duties, month-end processes, revenue and opex accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations within the Sales and Marketing function.

The position offers a contract through Feb 12, 2027, with strong extension potential. A strong Excel skill set and GAAP knowledge are valued, with preference given to local candidates in the YYZ

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on accounting or finance experience.
• Strong accrual-based accounting and month-end closing skills.
• Experience in AP/AR, expense, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, complex formulas).
• Nice-to-have CPA pursuit or CPA candidate status.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Closing & Accruals: post journal entries for Sales & Marketing.
• Account Reconciliations: monthly balance sheet reconciliations (AP/AR, expenses, GL).
• Invoicing & Compliance: validate invoices and prepare reports.
• Tax Compliance: assist GST/HST and QST filings across divisions.
• Reporting & Analysis: support financial analysis and variance reviews.
• Special Projects: budgeting, forecasting, process improvements.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

Month-end closing

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

AP/AR experience

GST/HST/QST knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or diploma

CPA progress (nice-to-have)

Tools

ERP system

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Junior Accountant

• Pay Rate: $59/hour, depending on experience


• Contract: Start Date ASAPEndDateFeb 12, 2027 (strong potential for extension)


• Location: Mississauga Ontario (preferred) or Calgary, Alberta

They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client, is a major Canadian airline.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description

The Junior Accountant in this role will support our clients Finance and Accounting team. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for day-to-day accounting duties and month-end accounting functions for the Sales and Marketing team. You will play a key role in revenue and opex accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, invoice validations, and regulatory compliance reporting.

Location

Based in Toronto/Mississauga (YYZ) or Calgary (YYC). Preference will be given to candidates located in the YYZ area.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Closing & Accruals: Prepare and post journal entries, revenue accruals, and operating expense (opex) accruals for the Sales and Marketing team.


• Account Reconciliations: Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), expense accounts, and general ledger accounts.


• Invoicing & Compliance: Validate invoices and prepare TICO sales reports in a accurate and timely manner.


• Tax Compliance: Assist with monthly GST/HST and QST tax filings across all divisions.


• Reporting & Analysis: Support financial analysis, expense variance reviews, and balance sheet account analysis.


• Special Projects: Collaborate with the General Accountant and Accounting Supervisor on budgeting, forecasting, process improvements, and ad-hoc accounting projects.

Key Performance Indicators & Measures

• Priority & Task Management: Ability to manage and prioritize workloads by reviewing month-end checklists to ensure all general ledger transactions are posted accurately.


• Analytical & Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to resolving accounting discrepancies.


• Regulatory & Standards Knowledge: Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, GAAP, and relevant laws/regulations.


• Deadline Adherence: Timely review and posting of adjusting entries to support strict monthly reporting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on accounting or finance experience.


• Strong understanding of accrual-based accounting concepts and month-end closing procedures.


• Proven experience in AP/AR, expense, and balance sheet account reconciliations.


• Advanced to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas, data manipulation).


• (Nice-to-Have): Prior analyst/variance analysis experience is considered a strong asset.


• Soft Skills


• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively across different departments.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Open to constructive feedback and eager to learn and adapt.


• Education and Certifications


• Post-secondary diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent working


• (Nice-to-Have): Working towards or interest in pursuing a CPA designation is preferred but not required

Additional Requirement

Our client asks that candidates provide 2 Endorsements/References at the time of application: ( this could be a colleague/manager that worked with you on Recent Projects that relate to this role Ask them to provide a Quick Endorsement - testimonial in point form of your accomplishment / value added) to highlight your skills for this role

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

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