Senior Accountant (Consolidations)

Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario; Outaouais, Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

3 weeks' vacation

Job summary

Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario is seeking a Senior Accountant (Consolidations) to support monthly consolidation and close across multiple entities in a hybrid setting (Gatineau/ Ottawa). The ideal CPA with 3–5 years in public accounting will drive accurate reporting, collaborate with portfolio companies, and ensure timely financial closes.

The role emphasizes IFRS knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and process improvements within a dynamic, global organization.

Qualifications

• CPA designation (Canada or US) or currently in progress.
• 3–5 years of progressive public accounting experience.
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute the monthly consolidation and close process for consolidated statements across multiple entities.
• Prepare supporting schedules and analyses for financial statement disclosures and management reporting.
• Communicate with portfolio companies and corporate departments on close activities.
• Review quarterly accounting reports from portfolio companies for consistency and accuracy; provide feedback.
• Maintain corporate-level internal control documentation to support SOX-compliant close processes.
• Assist in integrating new assets and acquisitions into the consolidation framework.
• Support external audits by providing requested documentation and responses.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline reporting.
• Perform ad hoc analyses and special projects as needed.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

CPA designation (Canada or US)

Tools

OneStream

Cognos Controller

Excel advanced

Job description

Position Title: Senior Accountant (Consolidations) Salary & Benefits: $80,000-$90,000, bonus, comprehensive benefits, pension plan, 3 weeks' vacation Position Status: Existing vacancy Location: Gatineau, Quebec / Ottawa, Ontario Work Model: Hybrid - 4 days per week onsite, 1 day work from home Additional Notes: Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their consolidations team. Reporting to the Manager, Consolidations, the Senior Accountant will play a key role in the monthly consolidation and financial close process across multiple entities. This role involves collaborating closely with portfolio companies and internal stakeholders to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting. The position offers exposure to complex accounting processes within a dynamic, fast-paced global organization, while contributing to process improvements and supporting strategic financial initiatives. Relocation will be considered for qualified candidates who are able to work in Canada with appropriate work authorization.

Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate is a CPA-designated accounting professional with 3–5 years of progressive experience in public accounting, bringing strong analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail. They thrive in fast-paced environments, can manage competing priorities, and are comfortable collaborating with stakeholders across multiple teams and portfolio companies. With a solid understanding of IFRS and strong financial systems expertise—particularly advanced Excel—they are proactive in identifying process improvements and ensuring accurate, compliant financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute the monthly consolidation and close process supporting consolidated financial statements across multiple entities
• Prepare supporting schedules and analyses required for financial statement disclosures and management reporting
• Correspond regularly with portfolio companies and corporate departments on financial close-related activities
• Review quarterly accounting reports received from portfolio companies to ensure consistency and accuracy, and provide timely feedback
• Maintain corporate-level internal control documentation to support SOX‑compliant financial close processes
• Assist in integrating new assets and acquisitions into the consolidated accounting and reporting framework
• Support external audit processes by responding to auditor requests and providing required documentation
• Proactively identify issues and implement process improvements to streamline financial reporting activities
• Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as required

Qualifications

• CPA designation (Canada or US) or currently in progress
• 3–5 years of progressive experience with a Canadian or US public accounting firm
• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a dynamic, complex, and fast-paced environment while managing changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across teams and organizational levels
• Advanced financial systems experience, including strong Excel skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of IFRS
• Experience with consolidation systems such as OneStream or Cognos Controller considered an asset

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team. The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.