Senior Account Analyst

Meta; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm located in the Region of Waterloo, Canada is looking for a Senior Accounting Analyst. This role involves administering accounting systems, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience and advanced knowledge in SAP and QuickBooks. Fluency in English is required, while Portuguese is an asset. Competitive hourly wage and benefits are offered.

Benefits

15 vacation days

Benefits

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Ability to review and analyze complex financial information.
• Understanding of Brazilian taxes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Administer accounting systems and prepare financial information.
• Conduct variance analysis and report findings to management.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

SAP

QuickBooks

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Internal controls

Business communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Tools

SAP S4 Hana

AllStrategy Financial Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Meta IT Ltd. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounting Analyst to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering our account systems, preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial information to support decision-making and ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards. This role requires advanced knowledge of SAP and QuickBooks accounting systems. Interaction with our headquarters in Brazil to ensure compliance in all transnational transactions. Knowledge of Brazilian accounting and tax regulations is an asset.

Plan and administer our accounting systems (SAP S4 Hana, AllStrategy and QuickBooks).

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer our accounting systems (SAP S4 Hana, AllStrategy and QuickBooks).
• Prepare financial information and reports for management, stakeholders, and government filing requirements.
• Examine accounting records and prepare financial statements.
• Conduct variance analysis and report findings.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, procedures and internal control.
• Develop and maintain cost finding, reporting and internal control procedures.
• Analyze financial records and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings with recommendations for improvement.
• Examine financial accounts and records, and assist in the preparation of income tax returns from accounting records.
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices.
• Oversee payroll processing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor19s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline;
• At least 5 years of experience;
• Proven knowledge and experience in SAP (FI / CO / HR / MM / OT SD), and QuickBooks.
• Knowledge of All Strategy Financial Management Software
• Ability to review, analyze and comprehend complex financial information, perform quality assurance and prepare formal financial reports;
• Understanding of Brazilian taxes is an asset
• Ability to speak English;
• Portuguese is an asset.

How to apply

Send resume and cover letter via email to: [e-mail]

Instructions

Please indicate in your cover letter whether or not you are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada. Our company offers a professional team environment, focused on continuous improvement, exploring knowledge transfer opportunities and developing skills among our teams. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Equal Opportunity

Invitation to all applicants: We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate by nationality or gender. We encourage applications from visible minority groups, including refugees, newcomers, women, and First Nations to apply.

Wage and Vacation

Wage: CAD $38.72 hourly / 40 hours per week, equivalent to CAD $80,537.60 per annum.
Vacation: 15 vacation days + benefits.

Position posted on: 2025-08-22