Senior Accountant

BarBurrito Restaurants Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

BarBurrito Restaurants Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves overseeing full-cycle accounting across multiple restaurant operations in Canada and the U.S., managing payroll, and ensuring compliance.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of payroll processes, and proficiency in Excel. The position offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $85,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in restaurant, retail, or multi-entity environments.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and payroll.
• Experience with month-end and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple entities including restaurant operations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and conduct variance analysis.
• Handle full-cycle payroll across multiple companies.

Skills

Accounting experience

Payroll management

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of IFRS

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

barBURRITO and Barrio Burrito Bar are fast-casual Mexican-inspired restaurant brands dedicated to serving fresh, flavorful, and customizable meals in a fun and welcoming environment. From made-to-order burritos, bowls, and tacos to creative specialty drinks, we focus on quality ingredients, speedy service, and an experience our guests love.

We are more than just restaurants—we’re a team that values collaboration, innovation, and growth. Whether you’re behind the counter, supporting operations, or helping our business run smoothly, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, contribute, and develop your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Join us and be part of a team that’s passionate about food, people, and creating memorable experiences every day.

Role Overview

The Senior Accountant will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations across multiple restaurant, franchising, Canadian and U.S. entities within a growing QSR organization. This role is responsible for full-cycle accounting, payroll, government remittances, reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end/quarter-end close activities.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position requires someone who can work independently, take ownership of processes, and support the financial health and operational success of the business through accurate reporting and strong financial controls.

What You’ll Do

Full Cycle Accounting

• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple entities including restaurant operations, franchising, located both in Canada and U.S.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including variance analysis with explanatory notes
• Perform month-end and quarter-end close processes
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations on a quarterly basis
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Support year-end audit with a Big 4 audit firm including preparation of working papers and responding to audit queries

Payroll & Compliance

• Manage full-cycle payroll across multiple companies
• Prepare and remit: PD7A, EHT, WSIB, WCB Alberta, WorkSafeBC
• Issue ROEs, prepare T4s and T2200s
• Reconcile payroll liabilities and employee expenses

Tax & Reporting

• Prepare GST/HST calculations and filings
• Assist with income tax payable calculations
• Prepare transfer pricing calculationsMaintain deferred revenue schedules and waterfall worksheets

Accounts Payable & Reconciliations

• Enter vendor bills and maintain AP records
• Perform credit card reconciliations

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in restaurant, retail, franchise, or multi-entity environments
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of full-cycle accounting and payroll
• Experience with month-end and financial statement preparation
• Comfortable managing multiple entities and priorities simultaneously
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of IFRS
• Understanding of Project/Job costing
• Experience with QBO/QuickBooks Online considered an asset
• Candidates having QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor certification will be given preference
• Knowledge of project/job costing is an asset

What We Offer

• Salary between $80,000 and $85,000
• Benefits package

This role is to replace an existing vacancy.

Hiring Transparency & AI Disclosure

At barBURRITO, every application is reviewed by a human. AI tools may be used only to organize application information; they do not select, rank, or shortlist candidates.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

barBURRITO is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Employment Standards Act, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.