Senior Accountant

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

Job summary

A leading custom steel fabricator in North Bay is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their management team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred, and over 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or construction environment. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing reconciliations, and overseeing job costing processes. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP software.

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Job costing

Construction accounting principles

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Bilingualism (English/French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation

Tools

ERP software

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.