Senior Accountant

Pivotal HR; North Bay; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading custom steel fabricator in North Bay is seeking a Senior Accountant to provide financial insights and strategic guidance. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or construction environments. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing month-end processes, and overseeing financial operations. Leadership skills and knowledge of job costing are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles.
• Proven leadership skills with ability to mentor and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements.
• Manage month-end reconciliations and closing procedures.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities.

Skills

Financial statement preparation

Job costing

Leadership skills

Bilingualism (English/French)

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant Our client, a leading custom steel fabricator in North Bay, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA designation preferred) and bring 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing and / or construction environment with experience in job costing. As a key member of the management team, the successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping operational decisions by providing valuable financial insights, guidance, and strategic input. Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Manage month-end reconciliations and closing procedures to ensure accurate, timely reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead job costing, WIP, and revenue recognition processes; monitor project profitability.
• Oversee IT administration for the company’s systems.
• Coordinate with external accountants during the annual review engagement. Skills & Qualifications :
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles (job costing, WIP, revenue recognition).
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; IT background an asset.
• Experience with ERP software
• Bilingualism (English / French) is considered an asset.