Senior Accountant

Vaco; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics company is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee general accounting functions including financial reporting and audits. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with a minimum of 3 years of experience and strong analytical skills. This position offers a competitive compensation package and hybrid work model. Candidates must reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada.

Benefits

Good work life balance

Health Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Min 3 years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in a Public Accounting Firm is beneficial.
• CPA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with internal and external audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Company
Our client is a growing logistics company. They are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Good work life balance
• Health Benefits
• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid work model

About the Opportunity

• Assist with leading and managing the general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements in compliance with GAAP (ASPE) and company policies.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing documentation and support as required.
• Assist with daily treasury and cash flow forecasting.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as assigned by management.
• Assist with preparation of HST/QST and other compliance, tax and corporate filings.
• Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Min 3 years of accounting experience.
• Extensive experience with ERP systems and financial reporting.
• Exceptional analytical skills, problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Experience in a Public Accounting Firm
• CPA certification is a plus.

Salary Range
$90,000 - $95,000/year

How to Apply
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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client's requirements for this role.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.