Senior Accountant - Canada

Specialized; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cycling industry is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage financial processes in Canada. This role involves leading monthly close activities, collaborating on budgets, and ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA designation, and experience in financial reporting, contributing to a culture of passion and ambition.

Benefits

Competitive employee discount

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Deep understanding of Canadian tax regulations and IFRS.
• Bilingualism (English / French) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly close activities for the Canadian market.
• Collaborate with teams to develop the annual Canadian market budget.
• Design and monitor internal controls for compliance with Canadian regulations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA (Canada) designation

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced senior accountant eager to shape and influence financial processes? Do you thrive on leading a dedicated, collaborative team? Are you energized by meeting deadlines and driving continuous improvement? If you answered “yes” to these questions, we want to talk to you!

We are searching for a Senior Accountant to lead our Canadian operations!

How you’ll make a difference :

• Lead and manage monthly close activities for the Canadian market, including reconciliations, financial analysis, and reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop the annual Canadian market budget, providing key insights to influence financial outcomes.
• Support and oversee the Canadian finance team with analysis and other accounting-related activities.
• Lead implementation and upgrades of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with Canadian accounting regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying areas for enhancement and spearheading process optimization.

How you will win :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and a CPA (Canada) designation is a strong plus.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial accounting and reporting, preferably in a Canadian context.
• Deep understanding of Canadian tax regulations and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Bilingualism (English / French) is a plus.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems is an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis.

Here at Specialized, we believe that bikes have the power to change lives. Our culture is one of passion and ambition as we strive to break barriers and positively impact the world. We’re committed to increasing representation and inclusion within the cycling industry and our workforce, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Ready to make a difference in the Canadian market? Apply today and let us know how you can contribute to pedaling the planet forward!

Based in Montreal, Canada

Benefits, plus additional perks including a competitive employee discount.

Dog-friendly office