Senior Financial Accountant

In-Office | Full-Time | Minimum 1-2 months contract, possible temp to perm Our client is a well-established Canadian manufacturer serving the healthcare, hospitality, and commercial sectors across North America. Known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service, they have built a strong reputation as a trusted industry partner. You'll play a key role in financial leadership, business decision-making, process improvement, and supporting the company's continued growth.

Senior Financial

Accountant , you will be responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, providing financial insight to senior leadership, and leading the day-to-day accounting function. You will serve as a trusted advisor to the President while supporting continuous improvement across the finance department. Analyze financial performance, identify trends, investigate variances, and provide meaningful recommendations to support strategic business decisions.

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial projections. Monitor and report on key financial metrics including profitability, working capital, accounts receivable, inventory, and operating expenses. Provide financial insight that supports operational planning and overall business performance.

Full-Cycle Accounting Manage all aspects of the full-cycle accounting function, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the company's financial records. Prepare and review general ledger entries, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset accounting, including depreciation and amortization. Review accounting transactions for appropriate coding, supporting documentation, and compliance with company policies and Canadian accounting standards.





Maintain accurate and complete accounting records while ensuring the ongoing integrity of financial data across all accounting functions.

Accounts

Receivable & Accounts Payable Leadership Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to the Accounting Clerk responsible for accounts receivable and accounts payable. Review customer accounts, receivable aging reports, collections activities, and credit-related matters. Oversee vendor payments, accounts payable processing, reconciliations, payment schedules, and expense reporting. Ensure timely processing of customer invoicing, vendor payments, and cash receipts.

Financial

Controls & Process Improvement Establish, maintain, and continuously improve accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls. Develop and maintain accounting documentation and standard operating procedures. Support ongoing enhancements to accounting systems, ERP functionality, and reporting tools.

Tax Compliance & External Reporting Coordinate the preparation and submission of GST/HST, PST, payroll remittances, and other statutory filings. Prepare supporting schedules and working papers for external accountants. Assist with year-end financial statements and corporate tax preparation.

Maintain organized financial records to support audit and compliance requirements. Inventory & Operational Accounting Oversee inventory accounting, including reconciliations, costing reviews, adjustments, and inventory valuation. Investigate inventory discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

Supervise, mentor, and support the Accounting Clerk.



Establish priorities, manage deadlines, and ensure all accounting activities are completed on time. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-quality financial reporting.

Odoo Accounting to manage daily accounting operations and financial reporting. Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. CPA designation or progress toward obtaining a CPA is considered a solid asset.

Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a privately owned organization.

Experience overseeing or reviewing the work of accounting support staff. Strong background in full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.

Experience preparing management reports, financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and tax requirements.

Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Odoo Accounting is considered a strong asset.

Advanced Microsoft

Excel skills.

Experience preparing GST/HST, PST, payroll remittances, and year-end working papers. Knowledge of inventory accounting, costing, and financial controls. Understanding of foreign exchange rates and multi-currency transactions is considered an asset.

Strong ownership mindset with the ability to independently manage the accounting function. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial analysis skills. Strong communication skills with the confidence to work directly with the President and senior leadership.

Practical business mindset with the ability to balance sound accounting practices with operational objectives. Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for innovation and process optimization. In accordance with Canadian immigration laws, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

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