Our client, a well-established civil engineering firm specializing in innovative infrastructure projects, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their finance team in Cambridge, ON. This is a strong opportunity for an accounting professional with a background in engineering or construction to take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, lead the close process, and work directly with project managers and engineers on project cost accounting - while contributing strategic financial insight to support business growth.
What our client has to offer Compensation package of $85,000-$100,000, plus an 8-10% annual bonus
Comprehensive benefits and pension program
A fast-paced, collaborative environment within the engineering/infrastructure sector
Direct exposure to project accounting, executive leadership, and process improvement initiatives
Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations and company policies
Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns, ensuring timely compliance with tax regulations (including GST/HST)
Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, reconciling account balances and reviewing GL activity for accurate financial reporting
Manage daily, weekly, and monthly bank transactions, cashflow reporting, customer payments, and other treasury-related functions
Coordinate with project managers and engineers to ensure proper accounting for project costs, including labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses
Perform budget vs. actual variance analysis, providing actionable insights for cost control and financial forecasting




Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits, providing documentation and addressing discrepancies
Maintain and monitor cash flow to ensure sufficient funds for ongoing projects and operations
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls
Collaborate with the Executive Team and Operational Leaders on various projects as needed
Manage inventory counts, analyzing and resolving actual-to-book inventory differences
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA preferred but not required
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a corporate or public accounting workplace
Experience with GST/HST tax filings and other Canadian regulatory/compliance matters
In-depth understanding of accounting principles, including accruals
Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables, to reconcile and analyze large data sets
SAP experience a strong plus but not required
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, comfortable working cross-functionally with clients and stakeholders
Self-motivated, able to work independently, and a coachable, team-oriented attitude
This posting is for an open vacancy currently available within our client's organization.
We would like to thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.
To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience.
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📌 Senior Accountant (Ontario)
🏢 Elby Professional Recruitment
📍 Ontario