Senior Accountant

Socket.dev; Markham; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Career development

Retirement savings plan

Service recognition program

Job summary

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee core accounting functions and support month-end and year-end closings. You will ensure accuracy of financial records, perform reconciliations, and maintain internal controls aligned with accounting standards.

Working with the Corporate Controller, you will analyze results, investigate variances, and guide junior staff, contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in a general accounting or full cycle role.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Accounting designation (CPA, CGA, CMA) considered an asset.
• Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting platform.
• Experience with full cycle accounting including A/P, A/R, Billing and Financial Reporting.
• Prior experience with SAP Concur would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely and provide support to the Corporate Controller.
• Manage full cycle accounting for several divisions operating across Canada (A/P, Billing, A/R, Financial Reporting).
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting schedules.
• Coordinate with accounts payable, billing, and payroll teams to ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Perform monthly P&L variance analysis and location-based reporting.
• Assist with yearly budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Monitor key performance metrics weekly and monthly.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors.

Skills

Full cycle accounting

Financial reporting

Auditing/controls

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Diploma or higher in relevant field

CPA/CGA/CMA designation considered an asset

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP Concur

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reference ID: 001-CATC-75

Line of Business: Shared Services

Location: Markham, ON (175 Commerce Valley Dr W Suite: 300, Thornhill, ON L3T 7P6)

Position Type: Contract, Full-Time (End Date: December 14, 2027)

Vacancy Status:This Posting is in Replacement for an Existing Vacancy

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 Annually

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:

AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE:

Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help

Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes

Respect – we work well with others

Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter

• Wellness:Group Benefits Plan for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement.
• Career Development:Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System.
• Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP).
• Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing key accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and supporting the month-end and year-end close processes. This role plays a critical part in financial reporting, account reconciliations, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.

Working closely with the Corporate Controller, the Senior Accountant partners with cross-functional teams to analyze financial results, investigate variances, and support decision-making. The role also provides guidance to junior accounting staff and contributes to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function.

YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely and provide support to the Corporate Controller
• Responsible for full cycle accounting for several divisions operating across Canada (A/P, Billing, A/R, Financial Reporting) including being the primary owner of the books and records of these divisions
• Responsible for reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and maintaining all supporting reconciliation schedules
• Work closely with the accounts payable, billing, and payroll team to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately
• Complete monthly P&L variance analysis and by-location reporting
• Assist with the yearly budgeting and quarterly forecasting process
• Assist with the monitoring of key business performance metrics on a weekly and monthly basis
• Assist with preparing documentation for external auditors
• Respond to inquiries from members of the senior management team and other internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare other ad hoc analysis and reports on financial matters as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in a general accountant or similar full cycle accounting role
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Accounting Designation (CPA, CGA, CMA) considered an asset
• Experience with QuickBooks and/or similar accounting platform
• Experience with full cycle accounting, including A/P, A/R, Billings, Payroll, Financial Reporting, etc.
• Experience with automated A/P and expense management platforms
  • Prior experience with SAP Concur would be considered an asset
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite – specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Team player with excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.

CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.

Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.

Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.

Please visit www.canatc.ca for more information!

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.