Senior Accountant

La Canadienne; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

La Canadienne, a Montreal-based fashion brand, seeks a Senior Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting, ensure ledger accuracy, and support close processes. You will work with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance and deliver reliable financial information.

Reporting to the VP Finance, you will oversee AP/AR, reconciliations, tax reporting, and management reporting, while identifying process improvements and automation opportunities.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting, month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of general ledger balances, prepaid, accruals, and depreciation.
• Provide oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely processing.
• Enter and post accounts payable invoices accurately (retail).
• Reconcile overseas supplier accounts and follow up on discrepancies.
• Reconcile corporate credit card statements and related journal entries.
• Follow up on accounts receivable collections and customer balances.
• Issue and post accounts receivable credit notes.
• Process customer credits, refunds, deductions, and adjustments.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reports and government remittances.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation.
• Prepare various reports and analyses for management.
• Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks to standardize metrics.

Skills

French-English bilingual

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

La Canadienne is a Montreal-based brand known for high-quality footwear, handbags, outerwear, and accessories designed for modern, fashion-minded women. Since 1987, La Canadienne has built a loyal following by combining timeless style, comfort, expert craftsmanship, and weather-ready functionality. Inspired by Canadian seasons and made with premium materials, the brand continues to grow as a multi-category lifestyle brand with a strong focus on client experience, product quality, and thoughtful design. #LaCanadienneshoes #Madeforlifeinthecity #CityDry.

Senior Accountant

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing full-cycle accounting activities and supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. The incumbent ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records, maintains general ledger accounts, supports accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, and assists with month-end and year-end close processes. The role is also responsible for account reconciliations, sales tax reporting, financial analysis, management reporting, inventory-related accounting support, and identifying process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The Senior Accountant collaborates closely with internal departments and external partners to ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting Relationship: Reports directly to the VP Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support critical components of the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of general ledger account balances, prepaid, accruals, and depreciation.
• Provide overall support and oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Enter and post accounts payable invoices accurately and on a timely basis (retail).
• Reconcile overseas supplier accounts and follow up on outstanding balances or discrepancies.
• Reconcile monthly corporate credit card statements, including preparing and posting the related journal entries.
• Follow up on accounts receivable collections and outstanding customer accounts.
• Issue and post accounts receivable credit notes.
• Process customer credits, refunds, deductions, and account adjustments in accordance with company policies.
• Support the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reports and government remittances.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation as required.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports and analyses for management and cross-functional teams.
• Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks to standardize financial and operational metrics.
• Ensure seamless alignment between order data, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Provide management with clear and actionable financial information and analysis.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested by management.

Order Management & Inventory Controls

• Provide administrative and accounting support for order processing, invoicing, credits, and payment tracking.
• Collaborate with the Operations and Logistics teams to maintain inventory accuracy and support cost controls.
• Assist with inventory reconciliations between accounting systems, operational records, and physical inventory counts.
• Investigate and follow up on inventory, invoicing, and payment discrepancies as required.

Administrative & Cross-Functional Support

• Support the VP Finance with documentation, scheduling, project coordination, and other accounting-related activities.
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners, including banks, auditors, suppliers, and service providers, as required.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Perform various administrative and accounting tasks upon request.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting, month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Proficiency in spoken and written French and English.

Salary: CA$70,000.00 - CA$85,000.00 per year