Senior Accountant

PowerFleet Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the AIoT industry is seeking a Financial Operations Specialist to support cross-border financial activities. This hybrid role demands advanced accounting knowledge and analytical skills to maintain financial accuracy and compliance across U.S. and Canadian entities. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, and be proficient in advanced Excel and financial best practices, while also enjoying opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Prior experience in SaaS or high-growth tech environments is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts.
• Support monthly and year-end close processes, including journal entries.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies with urgency and precision.

Skills

Advanced Excel functions

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations

Job description

About Powerfleet
Powerfleet (Nasdaq: AIOT; JSE: PWR) is a global leader in the artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) software-as-a-service (SaaS) mobile asset industry. With more than 30 years of experience, Powerfleet unifies business operations through the ingestion, harmonization, and integration of data, irrespective of source, and delivers actionable insights to help companies save lives, time, and money. Powerfleet’s ethos transcends our data ecosystem and commitment to innovation; our people-centric approach empowers our customers to realize impactful and sustained business improvement. Powerfleet serves over 2.6 million subscribers across more than 48,000 customers in 120 Countries, with commercial operations in every major continent.

Position Overview
This cross-border role supports both U.S. and Canadian financial operations and plays a vital part in maintaining the financial integrity of our business. Operating in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment, the position requires advanced accounting knowledge, analytical excellence, and strong collaboration skills. With opportunities for global partnership and growth, this role contributes directly to the company’s financial accuracy, compliance, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts including bank, AR/AP, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, inventory, deferred revenue/COGS, and intercompany transactions.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies or outstanding reconciling items with urgency and precision.

• Support monthly and year-end close processes, including journal entries and financial reporting deliverables.

• Assist with tax filings and external audits, including VAT/sales tax compliance in the U.S. and Canada.

• Contribute to the preparation of internal financial dashboards and external reporting packages.

• Ensure internal controls and procedures are upheld to safeguard company assets.

• Partner on business planning activities including budgeting, forecasting, and special initiatives.

• Lead or support ad hoc reconciliations and cross-functional finance projects.

• Collaborate closely with the Finance Accounting Manager based in Toronto (hybrid role; 3 days on-site).

Business Objectives

• Deliver timely, accurate, and compliant financial results for both U.S. and Canadian entities.

• Optimize and scale financial systems, processes, and controls.

• Collaborate with global finance partners to drive consistency and knowledge sharing.

• Support strategic projects that enable business growth and operational efficiency.

• Take initiative on finance-related tasks and provide flexibility for evolving business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• CPA designation (or actively pursuing), with public accounting experience strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.

• Proficient in advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

• Ability to work with and summarize large data sets into actionable insights.

• Strong understanding of GAAP and/or IFRS accounting principles.

• Prior experience in SaaS or high-growth tech environments is a strong asset.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (FnO) is highly desirable.

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization.

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a hybrid setup.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-changing environment.

• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on automation and scalability.
  
  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
  Powerfleet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success, and we’re proud to be a workplace that reflects the communities we serve