Senior Accountant

Permasearch, a TPI Company; Oakville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in the accounting sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage the full cycle accounting process, lead close activities, oversee audit coordination, and implement process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 6+ years of progressive experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance and financial accuracy within the organization.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong background in audit coordination.
• Experience with full cycle reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle accounting processes.
• Lead timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes.
• Oversee accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
• Manage revenue recognition compliance.
• Own fixed asset accounting and audits.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor daily cash balances for liquidity.
• Review employee expense reports.
• Coordinate audit support and prepare schedules.
• Provide ad-hoc support to the VP of Finance.
• Implement process improvements and automation.
• Maintain internal control documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA designation

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

Are you intrigued by the opportunity to join a growing company that is a recognized leader in its industry? Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. This is a pivotal role for an accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to play a key part in a scaling organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end full cycle accounting process, ensuring all transactions are recorded in accordance with ASPE.
• Lead the timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close of the general ledger.
• Oversee and record accruals, prepayments, and adjusting journal entries.
• Manage revenue recognition activities to ensure compliance.
• Own fixed asset accounting, including maintaining depreciation schedules, tracking additions/dispositions, and conducting periodic audits.
• Perform reviews of AP and AR aging reports, identifying delinquent accounts or payment discrepancies and coordinating with teams for resolution.
• Prepare comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations supported by detailed schedules to ensure account integrity.
• Monitor cash balances daily to ensure adequate liquidity and support cash flow forecasting.
• Review employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for audit support coordination, preparing PBC schedules and explaining variances to external auditors.
• Provide ad-hoc support to the VP of Finance as required, including financial analysis, special projects, and board-level reporting.
• Design and implement process improvements and automation tools to reduce manual entry and shorten the close cycle.
• Maintain and update internal control documentation to ensure compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA designation is a plus.
• Experience: 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong background in audit coordination and full cycle reporting. Xero accounting software experience is a plus.
• Core Competencies:
• Strong analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Anticipatory problem solving abilities
• Proven track record of improving financial processes