Senior Accountant

ZenaTech Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ZenaTech, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain and analyze financial records across subsidiaries. The role supports the CFO and auditors, with responsibilities for monthly close, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance across offices in Ontario and beyond.

Active CPA is mandatory; a Bachelor's in accounting/finance and 7–10 years of experience are required. This is a full-time position based in Toronto, with mentorship of junior accountants.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in finance and accounting.
• Experience with provincial accounting, tax and regulatory needs.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and internal control procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly bookkeeping for multiple companies using QuickBooks and other accounting software.
• Oversee bank/credit card reconciliations, AP, AR, and payroll entries.
• Drive month-end close activities and prepare financial reports for tax readiness.
• Train, mentor and quality check junior accountants across subsidiaries.
• Assist CFO and auditors with fieldwork and intercompany reconciliations.

Skills

Financial accuracy

GAAP knowledge

Intercompany reconciliations

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification

Tools

QuickBooks

Accounting software

Job description

ZenaTech is a Nasdaq-listed technology company focused on AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and Technology solutions for mission-critical applications for business and governments. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of drone applications across various industries, including defense, agriculture, logistics and commercial in applications like traffic management, wildfire response, environmental monitoring, border control and industrial inspections.

Job Overview:

ZenaTech, Inc. is hiring a Senior Accountant responsible for maintaining and analyzing an organization's financial records and working with several subsidiaries to develop record-keeping consistency. They will handle essential accounting functions, such as preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, bringing accounting consistencies across subsidiaries and assisting the CFO and auditors with financial management and reporting needs. They will ensure consistency of financial records across our subsidiaries and offices, accuracy, compliance with regulations, and support in the decision-making processes. The role will also require the candidate to train junior accountants, located in our subsidiaries, to maintain records that our consistent with our internal processes. Holding an active CPA is a must for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly bookkeeping for multiple companies using Quickbooks and other accounting software
• Overseeing the creation and maintenance of accurate customer and vendor records within the accounting system.
• Overseeing bank/credit card reconciliations, AP, AR, and payroll entries.
• Approving vendor invoices for payment and/or processing payments.
• Drive month-end close activities, review monthly financial reports for accuracy and tax readiness, general ledger reconciliations-as well as intercompany reconciliations.
• Keep company records, SOPs, and internal notes up to date.
• Assisting the CFO and the finance team with audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits.
• Act as a liaison between acquired companies, internal teams and auditors to ensure smooth communication and issue resolution
• Ability to research and implement province-specific accounting and tax procedures and other regulatory needs
• Other responsibilities within the Accounting and Finance Team.

Project Management

• Collaborate with junior accountants across our subsidiaries to develop and maintain standardized financials records
• Ensure all subsidiaries follow the standards and record keeping procedures
• Train, mentor and quality check the work of junior accountants
• Ensure monthly and quarterly books are up to date

Qualifications:

• Having minimum 7-10 years of experience in finance, and accounting roles.
• Experience with provincial accounting, tax and regulatory needs
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and internal control procedures
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience directly related to the position.
• Holding an active Chartered Professional Accountant certification is a must for this role

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail in finance and operational tasks.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with colleagues.
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, take initiative, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in response to evolving priorities and constructive feedback.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge drone technology and AI-driven innovations in a fast growth company with outstanding personal growth potential. Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of drones across multiple industries in a collaborative work environment with a mission-driven team.

We use artificial intelligence to review and screen applications and materials. However, every candidate we move forward with is reviewed and selected, and all final hiring decisions are made, by a member of our hiring team.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity utilizing hiring practices on merit and business needs. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and all others of legally protected status.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.