Senior Accounting Analyst - GAAP, Forecasting & Analytics

American Iron and Metal; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal recycling company located in Montreal is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Analyst to join its finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement, ensuring accurate accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, CPA or CPA-eligibility, and 4-7+ years of relevant experience in financial analysis. A competitive wage and professional development opportunities are offered along with a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Vacation and benefits

RRSP matching program

Annual tuition scholarship up to $8,500

Qualifications

• 4-7+ years of progressive accounting or financial analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform complex account reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting principles

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CPA-eligible

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday)

Job description

A leading metal recycling company located in Montreal is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Analyst to join its finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement, ensuring accurate accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, CPA or CPA-eligibility, and 4-7+ years of relevant experience in financial analysis. A competitive wage and professional development opportunities are offered along with a dynamic work environment.