Senior Accounting Lead

GEO Morphix Ltd.; Milton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Benefits

Healthy Living Benefit

Personal & Professional Development

RRSP Matching Program

Bonus Program

GEO Days

Mentorship Opportunities

Social Events and Activities

Job summary

GEO Morphix Ltd. is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounting Lead to manage payroll processing, support Human Resources, and oversee accounting operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll for employees, supporting benefits administration, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the company's financial operations. This position requires strong analytical skills, a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and the

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in accounting or finance.
• Progress toward an accounting designation is an asset.
• Proficiency with payroll, HR and financial controls.
• Strong MS Excel and financial software skills.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately for employees.
• Maintain payroll records, deductions, benefits, and accruals.
• Reconcile accounts payable, bank, and GL transactions.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with year-end processes.
• Support benefits administration and HR-related activities.
• Collaborate with leadership and external accountants.

Skills

Payroll processing

Financial analysis

Confidentiality

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Accounting designation in progress

Tools

QuickBooks

ADP

Time & Billing software (e.g., BigTime)

Job description

GEO Morphix is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Senior Accounting Lead to manage payroll processing, support Human Resources, and Accounting operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll for employees, supporting benefits administration, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the company's financial operations.

This position requires strong analytical skills, a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units.

• Pay: Min = $70,000.00 annually, Max = $90,000.00 annually
• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
• Work Location(s): 36 Main Street N, Campbellville, ON, and 593 Hanlon Creek Boulevard, Guelph, ON, N1C 0B3
• Department: Administration and Business Support
• Travel for Work: Occasional travel for client and vendor meetings
• Work Arrangement: 5 days per week in office
• Existing Vacancy: Yes

Title

Senior Accounting Lead

Report To

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Summary

GEO Morphix is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Senior Accounting Lead to manage payroll processing, support Human Resources, and Accounting operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll for employees, supporting benefits administration, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the company's financial operations.

This position requires strong analytical skills, a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units.

Position Details

• Pay: Min = $70,000.00 annually, Max = $90,000.00 annually
• Employment Type: Full-time, salary
• Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
• Work Location(s): 36 Main Street N, Campbellville, ON, and 593 Hanlon Creek Boulevard, Guelph, ON, N1C 0B3
• Department: Administration and Business Support
• Travel for Work: Occasional travel for client and vendor meetings
• Work Arrangement: 5 days per week in office
• Existing Vacancy: Yes

Job Duties

Payroll Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule for salaried and hourly employees
• Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, benefits, RRSP contributions, and vacation accruals
• Review and validate timesheets, expense reimbursements, overtime, and payroll adjustments
• Ensure compliance with applicable provincial employment standards and payroll legislation
• Review payroll remittances and other statutory obligations with payroll service provider
• Administer Records of Employment (ROEs), verify T4 calculations, and support year-end payroll reconciliations with payroll service provider
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, deductions, and compensation matters
• Coordinate payroll-related information with Human Resources and Senior Management
• Maintain confidentiality of employee documents and financial information

Accounting

• Process accounts payable transactions and coordinate payments with internal teams
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end HST reporting
• Assist with cash flow, monitoring, budgeting, and financial analysis activities
• Develop and maintain working relationships with corporate partners such as senior banking, insurance, and ADP representatives, and external accountants

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Support preparation of financial statements and working papers for year-end analysis for external accountants and Senior Management
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Commit to the integrity and security of the accounting system
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll and accounting processes and efficiencies

Benefits and Administration

• Support administration of employee benefit programs and group insurance plans
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding payroll-related activities
• Support Administrative, Human Resources, and Health & Safety reporting requirements as needed

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Payroll, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll, finance, accounting, or similar field
• Experience working in a professional services, engineering, environmental consulting, or project-based organization is considered an asset
• Obtained or working towards an accounting or payroll designations, or similar
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and ADP
• Familiarity with time and billing software is an asset (e.g., BigTime)
• Strong proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Time management skills, with attention to detail
• Self-motivated and results driven, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team environment
• Strong and proactive communication skills when dealing with employees and stakeholders
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Valid G Class driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle

About GEO Morphix Ltd.

At GEO Morphix, we are a team of professional geoscientists and environmental experts focused on geomorphology, earth surface processes, and watershed science. Our team specializes in river and shoreline restoration, erosion hazard delineation and mitigation, environmental monitoring and hydrometrics, and projects that require an in-depth understanding of erosion, sedimentation and sediment transport.

Our team of industry leaders provide observation-rich answers based on a balanced application of quality science and years of experience to achieve practical, implementable, and acceptable solutions for all stakeholders. A successful project is one that meets or exceeds our client’s objectives.

Mission

Our collective mission at GEO Morphix is to apply experience, innovation, and integrity to deliver practical, lasting solutions that protect and restore natural systems.

Vision

Balancing nature and community.

Values

• Integrity: We act with honesty, follow through on our commitments, and take ownership for the outcomes of our work. We hold ourselves accountable to clients, communities, stakeholders and each other.
• Innovation: Through a culture of continuous learning, we apply curiosity and forward-thinking to our work. We explore new approaches challenge assumptions and demonstrate agility and adaptability.
• Partnership: We believe better outcomes are achieved together. We build trusted relationships and incorporate diverse perspectives to create lasting impact through collaboration.
• Excellence: Our work is grounded in science, experience, and a commitment to successful outcomes. Through disciplined analysis and sound methodology, we deliver evidence-based and effective solutions.

Why Join GEO Morphix

GEO Morphix values employee well-being and job satisfaction, recognizing that a productive and energized team is essential to our success. To support this, we offer comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health and Dental Benefits
• Healthy Living Benefit
• Personal & Professional Development Benefit
• RRSP Matching Program
• Bonus Program
• GEO Days
• Mentorship Opportunities
• Social Events and Activities

Accessibility

GEO Morphix Ltd. is committed to workplace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity and complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations can be arranged upon request for candidates participating in any part of the selection process.