Senior Accountant

Hays; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private investment firm in Burlington seeks a Senior Accountant / Administrator to manage financial operations and provide administrative oversight. The role requires 7-10 years of experience, CPA designation preferred, and offers a competitive salary with benefits. Successful candidates will work in a collaborative environment, handling diverse business activities and strategic planning.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Autonomy and flexibility

Exposure to diverse business activities

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in accounting or family office administration.
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, and cash flow planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and investment tracking.
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with tax regulations.

Skills

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Financial Reporting

Organizational Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

QuickBooks Online

MS Office Suite

Job description

Senior Accountant / Administrator

Location: Burlington, Ontario
Salary: Up to $85,000
Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

This private investment firm focuses on equity placements in industrial services businesses and commercial real estate. The firm specializes in value-add investments, leveraging expertise in complex underwriting and fast turnarounds. It has also expanded into asset management, particularly in the industrial and commercial sectors.

The Role

Accounting & Financial Management

1. Manage accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, and cash flow planning
2. Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and investment tracking
3. Process payroll and ensure compliance with tax and employment regulations
4. Coordinate tax filings, audits, and liaise with external tax professionals
5. Maintain accurate financial records, risk management oversight, and regulatory compliance

Administrative & Operational Oversight

1. Manage business insurance policies and oversee operational risk management
2. Plan and organize family and business-related events and reports
3. Provide administrative support, including document management and calendar coordination
4. Collaborate with external advisors on legal, tax, and investment matters

What You'll Need to Succeed

1. 7-10 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or family office administration
2. CPA designation or equivalent (preferred)
3. Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
4. Strong understanding of Canadian tax regulations and financial reporting standards
5. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
6. Experience in a family office, high-net-worth individual environment, or investment-focused organization (preferred)
7. Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

What You'll Get

1. Competitive salary of up to $85,000 with a comprehensive benefits package
2. Opportunity to work in a trusted, private, relationship-driven environment
3. Autonomy and flexibility in a collaborative setting
4. Exposure to diverse business activities, investments, and strategic planning

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. If you'd like to be considered, please reach out. While we wish we could respond to everyone, only successful candidates will be contacted for the next steps.