Senior Accountant

Vaco; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A wellness and consumer lifestyle company in Markham is seeking a Senior Accountant to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain internal controls. The role offers full cycle accounting responsibilities and remote work from Ontario. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years' experience and a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for upward mobility.

Benefits

Excellent potential for upward mobility

Work from home opportunity

Dynamic and growing team

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and full cycle accounting.
• Experience in a small to medium-sized accounting firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of IFRS-compliant financial statements.
• Oversee and support external bookkeepers during month-end and year-end close.
• Maintain general ledger by recording, classifying, and reconciling transactions.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communication

Collaboration

Technical Skills in Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (Sage 300 and/or Microsoft Business Central)

Job description

About the Company?

Our client is a wellness and consumer lifestyle company. They are looking for a Senior Accountant who will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust internal controls, and supporting the company's global team.

Why Work Here?

• 100% Remote Role - open to candidates based in Ontario.
• Excellent Potential for Upward Mobility - Strong opportunity for career advancement within the organization.
• Rapidly Growing Company - Be a part of a dynamic and expanding team.

About the Opportunity

• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of IFRS-compliant financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyze trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
• Full Cycle Accounting: Oversee and support external bookkeepers for certain subsidiary entities during month- and year-end close.
• Financial Analysis: Contribute to variance analysis, budgeting, and other ad hoc analysis. Assist with reporting and presenting findings to management.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Maintain the general ledger by recording, classifying, and reconciling transactions. Support finance team members with accurate coding and documentation of entries.
• Accounts Receivable: Support the AR specialist with complex or multicurrency transactions.
• Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile bank and other financial accounts. Investigate discrepancies and ensure alignment with the general ledger.
• Month-End and Year-End Close: Prepare journal entries, accruals, revaluations, and intercompany reconciliations. Compile supporting schedules for audit and tax purposes (e.g., accruals, prepaids, capital assets, PO clearing).
• Compliance and Audit Support: Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal controls. Support GST/VAT filings, tax return reviews, and audit preparation.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to accounting workflows and systems.
• Ad Hoc Reporting: Prepare special reports and data analysis as requested by the CFO.

About You

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation or in progress is an asset.
• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience in a similar role. Experience in a small to medium-sized accounting firm is strongly preferred.
• Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of IFRS, full cycle accounting, and tax implications of specific transactions (e.g., meals & entertainment, late fees, unrealized FX).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (Sage 300 and/or Microsoft Business Central preferred). Familiarity with financial reporting tools or data visualization platforms is a plus.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data entry and reconciliations. Ability to identify and correct errors independently.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Ability to draw insights from financial data.
• Communication & Collaboration: Effective written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to work cross-functionally and convey complex financial information in a clear, concise manner.

Salary Range

$90,0000 - $100,000 /year?

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You must currently reside within Ontario 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.?

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