Senior Accountant

Addison Group; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus potential

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A dynamic logistics firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee daily accounting functions and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience, preferably in distribution or manufacturing, and advanced Excel skills. This role offers a defined career path into management, competitive pay, and comprehensive health benefits. Join a collaborative work environment where your contributions make an impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in distribution, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and monthly accounting functions and general ledger reconciliations.
• Manage inventory reconciliations and cost tracking.
• Provide mentorship to junior accounting staff.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Initiative and growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP experience

Job description

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Additional Compensation Types

• Annual Bonus

About the Company

We are a fast-growing organization specializing in manufacturing, distribution, and third‑party logistics solutions. Our integrated service model spans from production and packaging to warehousing, fulfillment, and supply chain support, giving us a strong presence across multiple industries. Our focus is on efficiency, reliability, and customer service—making us a trusted partner to some of the most recognized names in retail.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Accountant who is motivated to advance into leadership. This role goes beyond typical accounting duties, offering exposure to financial reporting, inventory and cost accounting, and process improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and monthly accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
• Take ownership of assigned portions of the month‑end close and support consolidated reporting.
• Assist in preparing GAAP‑compliant financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Manage inventory reconciliations, cost tracking, and COGS analysis, collaborating with operations to resolve discrepancies.
• Strengthen internal controls across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, and tax compliance.
• Act as a key user for ERP/accounting systems, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency.
• Provide mentorship to junior accounting staff while taking on projects that expand into Assistant Controller‑level responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; background in distribution, manufacturing, or logistics preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and month‑end close.
• Advanced Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, nested formulas); ERP experience a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Demonstrated initiative and a growth mindset with an interest in leadership development.

What We Offer

• Defined career path with advancement into management.
• Collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment.
• Competitive compensation with bonus potential and retirement contributions.
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage.
• Generous paid time off and other employee benefits.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage