Senior Accountant- Burlington

Recruiting Concepts Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian industrial services organization is seeking a Senior Accountant (CPA Preferred) with at least 5 years of experience in full-cycle accounting. This role involves managing accounting operations, preparing financial statements, and providing financial guidance to leadership. The position is on-site in Burlington and offers a salary of CA$75,000 to CA$90,000 per year along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, life insurance, and employer matching for RRSP.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employer RRSP matching

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior or full-cycle accounting role.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian GAAP and Canadian tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting including Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and internal management reports.
• Administer payroll and manage cash flow.

Skills

5+ years of experience in accounting

CPA designation

Strong knowledge of Canadian GAAP

Advanced QuickBooks Desktop Premier

High proficiency in Excel

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop Premier

Job description

Senior Accountant (CPA Preferred - Minimum 5 Years’ Experience)

Industry: Industrial Systems Provider
Location: Burlington, ON (In Person)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: CA$75,000 - CA$90,000 per year (based on experience)

About Our Client

Our client is a privately held Canadian industrial services organization headquartered in the Greater Burlington area, supporting customers across Canada and the United States. The company offers a stable business environment, a collaborative team culture, and long-term growth opportunities. Due to continued business needs, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to take ownership of the full accounting function and act as a trusted financial partner to senior leadership.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing full-cycle accounting operations and serving as the primary internal financial resource. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role requires a hands‑on, self‑directed professional who is comfortable working independently, producing accurate financial reporting, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision‑making.

This is a comprehensive role suited to someone who values autonomy, accountability, and being the central point of expertise within a lean organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounting; Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and month‑end close

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, bank accounts, and balance sheet accounts

• Prepare monthly financial statements, internal management reports, and variance analysis

• Monitor and manage cash flow and banking activity, including multi‑currency considerations

• Administer payroll for employees and independent contractors, including commission calculations

• Manage group benefits, retirement programs, onboarding, and terminations

• Prepare and file all required government remittances and statutory filings (HST/GST, EHT, WSIB, payroll withholdings, T4s, etc.)

• Support job costing, work‑in‑progress tracking, and project margin analysis

• Review and support sales costing and pricing models, partnering with leadership on margin analysis

• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and year‑end audit preparation

• Liaise with external accounting and tax advisors on compliance and planning

• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes, systems, and internal controls

• Act as a stand‑alone accounting resource supporting finance, operations, and basic HR administration

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior or full‑cycle accounting role

• CPA designation strongly preferred

• Post‑secondary education in Accounting or Finance

• Strong working knowledge of Canadian GAAP and Canadian tax compliance

• Advanced experience with QuickBooks Desktop Premier

• Experience with job costing, WIP, progress billing, and detailed financial reporting

• High proficiency in Excel (analysis, reporting, and financial models)

• Comfortable working with multiple systems; ERP or CRM exposure is an asset

• Experience supporting Canadian and U.S. business activities is preferred

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently investigate and resolve issues

• Clear communicator able to work directly with leadership and external advisors

• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating independently

Work Environment & Expectations

• On‑site position, 5 days per week

• Preference for candidates residing within a reasonable commuting distance

• Laptop provided with secure remote access as required

• Standard business hours: Monday to Friday, no weekends

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: CA$75,000 - CA$90,000 per year

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Extended health and dental coverage

  • Vision care

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Paid time off

  • Employer RRSP matching

  • Flexible scheduling where appropriate

Why Consider This Opportunity

This role offers an experienced accounting professional the opportunity to own the full accounting function, work directly with senior decision‑makers, and play a meaningful role in business operations — without the structure or bureaucracy of a large corporate environment.

If you are a CPA‑calibre accountant seeking stability, autonomy, and long‑term career value in a confidential and well‑managed organization, this opportunity warrants a closer look.