Senior Accountant

BlueCat; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development budget

Dedicated wellness days and wellness w

Job summary

BlueCat is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Finance Department and oversee financial operations across all subsidiaries. You will own month-end close, reconciliations, and ad-hoc reporting, with a strong emphasis on process improvement and accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in accounting, US GAAP expertise, and experience with NetSuite. You will collaborate across teams, support audits, and help automate routines using AI-driven tools to sharpen analysis.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting and 4+ years in accounting with GL ownership.
• US GAAP expertise and strong Excel skills; NetSuite experience preferred.
• CPA designation preferred; audit background desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post month-end close journal entries.
• Own end-to-end processes and drive improvements.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations with subledger tie-outs.
• Investigate GL discrepancies and support audits.
• Support ad-hoc reporting and tax-related requests.
• Assist in process automation and UAT for improvements.

Skills

US GAAP expertise

Excel proficiency

Process improvement

Cross-team collaboration

Deadline management

Education

University degree in Accounting

CPA designation preferred

Tools

NetSuite

GL cleanup experience

Job description

We're BlueCat—a Great Place to Work for good reason. Our team solves critical network challenges for some of the world's largest organizations. In simple terms, we manage the systems that keep networks running smoothly, securely, and reliably—the backbone infrastructure that powers digital transformation for enterprises globally. Our Intelligent Network Operations platform delivers and enables AI-driven agentic ops at scale, automating and simplifying how companies manage, secure, and optimize their networks.

But what makes us different is how we work: we believe great work happens in an environment where you're trusted, heard, and supported. With teams globally, we're building a workplace culture that values collaboration and integrity as much as innovation. If you're looking to advance your career with a company that invests in its people, this is it.

We are seeking a skilled and curious Senior Accountant to join our dynamic Finance Department. This role is a key member of the Group Accounting team, responsible for the financial operations across all subsidiaries within the BlueCat group. Reporting to the Senior Accounting Manager, the ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a self-directed approach to problem-solving, and genuine interest in using modern tools, including AI, to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an Accounting role, including GL ownership and reconciliations
• CPA or similar designation preferred - 1 year post-qualified minimum, audit background desirable
• Strong, demonstrated depth in US GAAP
• Excellent Excel skills and comfort learning new systems (NetSuite experience strongly preferred)
• Proven track record of GL clean up and process improvements
• Strong curiosity and initiative, with a habit of researching independently before escalating
• Genuine interest in using AI tools to automate routine work and sharpen analysis
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines, especially around quarter- and year-end close
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close, including but not limited to fixed assets, inventory, prepaid expenses, and accruals.
• Own the processes end-to-end, including evaluating and improving current processes and procedures
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations with supporting subledger maintenance and tie-outs
• Investigate and resolve outstanding GL and subledger discrepancies, including legacy acquisition-related entries
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Review financial data for accuracy; identify problems and support day-to-day operations
• Assist in ad-hoc reporting and projects
• Support the annual audit by preparing supporting schedules and selection support, as well as any tax support requested
• Assist in identifying areas for process improvements including process automation and participate in the implementation of those improvements (including UAT)

This position offers a salary range of $95,000 - $108,000 CAD per year plus participation in a discretionary bonus plan. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and qualifications. The role is for an existing vacancy.

If you share our enthusiasm for the future of our company and are eager to contribute to our vibrant workplace, our comprehensive benefits encompass your health, financial well-being, and overall wellness, and we are committed to providing an exceptional work environment, enriching employee programs, and fostering a remarkable company culture. At our core, we champion values such as transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, the pursuit of enjoyment.

In addition, we offer a range of appealing perks, including:

A Professional Development Budget

Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week

A Lifestyle Spending Account

An Employee Recognition Program

Join us in shaping the future of our organization, where your talent and dedication can truly thrive.

BlueCat is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. BlueCat will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.