Senior Accountant

Kassen Recruitment; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the accounting sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting for diverse clients. This role involves financial statement preparation and compliance oversight, ideal for CPA-certified professionals looking for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in public accounting or professional services environments.
• Proficiency in full-cycle accounting and assurance engagements.
• Experience working with small to mid-sized businesses.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and client reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with junior staff and support their development.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Financial statement preparation

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Client-focused approach

Education

CPA designation or in final stages

Post-secondary education in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

CaseWare

Job description

A professional services firm in the accounting sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing team. This role offers exposure to diverse client portfolios, complex financial engagements, and the opportunity to work closely with firm leadership. It’s ideal for professionals with a strong background in public accounting and full-cycle financial reporting.

About the Role:
Reporting into the firm’s senior leadership, this position is responsible for overseeing full-cycle accounting functions for a range of clients across various industries. The role involves preparing and reviewing financial statements, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and deadlines.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the preparation and review of financial statements, working papers, and client reports
• Oversee general ledger reconciliations, adjusting entries, and year-end closings
• Act as a primary point of contact for client inquiries, providing sound accounting advice and service
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory filings, and internal quality controls
• Collaborate with junior staff and support their development through training and file review
• Participate in special projects including tax planning support, system migrations, and process improvements

What You Bring:

• CPA designation (or in final stages) and post-secondary education in accounting or finance
• 3–5+ years of experience in public accounting or professional services environments
• Proficiency in full-cycle accounting, financial statement preparation, and assurance engagements
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with cloud-based accounting tools or CaseWare (an asset)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a client-focused approach
• Experience working with small to mid-sized businesses across various industries is an asset

Why Join:

This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive and growth-oriented environment where your expertise will be valued and your career will continue to progress. The team is collaborative and dedicated, with opportunities to take on increasingly complex work, gain exposure to firm operations, and grow into a leadership position over time.