Sr. Accountant

2024 New Logo; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RESA Power is seeking a Sr Accountant - CSL in the Vaughan, Canada area to manage the month-end close, handle POC/project accounting, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will partner with operations to validate estimates, costs, and profitability while maintaining strong internal controls.

The role requires 5+ years of accounting experience, Netsuite familiarity, and the ability to deliver accurate financial reporting in a hands-on environment. Travel is minimal and audits may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with at least 5 years in accounting.
• Experience with POC accounting is an asset.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and ability to research and document positions.
• Proficient with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes on site with accuracy.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations and schedules.
• Support revenue recognition using POC accounting and project accounting.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, billings and margins; validate estimates.
• Collaborate with operations, FP&A, IT to improve reporting and controls.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regs and internal policies; support audits.
• Drive process and system improvements for efficiency and scalability.

Skills

POC accounting

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Netsuite

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Under the direction of the Regional Controller - Systems, the Sr Accountant - CSL is responsible for maintaining accurate records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and tax liabilities, and ensuring financial reporting accuracy. This position will support the continued growth of the organization by leading the month-end close process, addressing technical accounting matters, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and maintaining strong internal controls. The ideal candidate has a public accounting/private company mix of experience, is comfortable in a hands‑on environment, and thrives on problem solving rather than simply escalating issues. This role partners closely with operations to support revenue recognition, cost control, and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Accounting and Financial Reporting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes onsite, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and/or review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Supports revenue recognition using Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting
• POC & Project Accounting
• Monitor project/job costs, budgets, billings, and margins
• Supports the POC calculations, forecasting, and contract profitability
• Partner with operations and project managers to validate estimates, progress, and cost-to-complete
• Identify and explain variances between actual results and forecasts
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, billing, payroll, and finance teams
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision‑making
• Collaborate with Operations, FP&A, and IT to support financial reporting and process improvement initiatives
• Compliance & Controls
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes
• Support external audits and coordinate with auditors as required
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Optimize accounting processes, systems and workflows for efficiency and accuracy
• Support ERP/accounting system implementations or upgrades
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, controls, and scalability

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of experience.
• Netsuite experience preferred
• Prior experience in a POC accounting role (considered an asset)
• High degree of organization and ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to research, analyze, and document positions under GAAP.
• High degree of organization and ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Problem solving skills with the ability to dive into technical detail and see the big picture.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long‑term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission

Ensure reliable and safe mission‑critical power across our customers’ electrical infrastructure lifecycle.

Our Vision

To be the premier, first‑choice, trusted provider in the US and Canada for critical power services and products by delivering the best customer and employee experience in the industry.

Core Cultural Competencies

• We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
• You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
• You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
• You display sound judgment and decision‑making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
• You are on time and preplan time off.

We are customer driven

• Our number one concern is our customers and our long‑term relationships with them prove our dedication.
• You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
• You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers,

etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and following instructions from management.

We focus on growth

• We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
• You understand & apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
• You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
• You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).

We solve problems

• Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
• You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
• You perform work assignments independently.
• You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.
• We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
• You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
• You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
• You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
• You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).

We build strong relationships

• Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well‑run company, but the

connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers.

• You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
• You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with

customers and vendors.

Additional Information

Travel:Minimal

Physical Demands:Occasionally lifting 25lbs. Position sits completing computer and phone work.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.