Senior Accountant

Tomlinson Group of Companies; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Bonus programs

Health and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Family-oriented culture

Employee discounts

Rewards programs

Job summary

Tomlinson Group of Companies in Ottawa, ON is seeking a Senior Accountant to support timely financial statements, analysis, and forecasting while ensuring internal controls are followed.

The role involves developing accounting processes, preparing analyses and supporting audits. CPA designation is preferred and SAP experience is a plus. Standard office environment with potential for overtime during month-end.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and cost control principles.
• Experience with financial reporting and projections.
• CPA designation preferred; candidates close to completion will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems and prepare financial information.
• Prepare financial analyses including financial statements, account and job cost analyses.
• Develop tools to monitor KPIs for managing day-to-day operations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

Cost control

Flex schedule

Education

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant role responsible for assisting in the timely preparation of periodic financial statements, participating in the analysis of financial information, participating in the financial forecasting process, ensuring proper internal controls are adhered to, and participating in developing or enhancing accounting processes and policies.

Location: 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, ON

Vacancy Type: Replacement

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems and prepare financial information
• Prepare financial analysis including financial statement, account & job cost analysis
• Develop or enhance tools to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for use in managing day to day operations
• Develop and maintain reporting & internal control procedures (i.e. inventory counts, reconciliations, purchase order commitments, etc.)
• Support annual external audit (i.e. working papers, reconciliations, other support as requested)
• Assist in regular compliance matters as required
• May coach and train other accountants or administrative clerks

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications. SAP would be an asset.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• CPA designation is preferred, and candidates in the final stages of their designation will be considered.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Standard office environment.
• Overtime hours may be required during month-end or year-end processing.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected salary range for this position is $70,000 - $110,000. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

TOMLINSON OFFERS

• Competitive wages
• Bonus programs
• Employer paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family-oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions, please contact our HR department.