Keep the books accurate: journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and month-end and year-end close for one or more Canadian entities
Prepare financial statements under ASPE or IFRS, with transparent notes and working papers ready for external accountants and auditors
Manage GST/HST, PST, and QST filings and remittances, and support CRA and provincial tax compliance
Process and reconcile payroll, source deductions (CPP, EI, income tax), WSIB or WCB premiums, and year-end T4 and T4A reporting with HR and payroll teams
Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and cash management, and chase down variances before they become problems
Account for fixed assets, leases, deferred revenue, prepaids, and inventory, and support revenue recognition and capital cost allowance (CCA) schedules
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting, and explain the story behind the numbers to non-accountants
Maintain internal controls, and support audits, reviews, and compliance with lenders and funding agencies
Support multi-currency work (CAD and USD) and intercompany transactions, with attention to foreign exchange gains and losses
Work with accounting software and ERPs (QuickBooks, Sage 50, Sage Intacct, Xero, NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) and report in Excel or Power BI
Support grants, SR&ED; claims, and government funding documentation where applicable
Use Excel macros, Power Query, or Python to automate repetitive tasks, and use AI-assisted tools carefully to speed up reconciliations and analysis, with your own judgment and controls on every number
Keep documentation clear and audit-ready, and mentor junior staff as you grow
At senior levels, lead the close, review others’ work, improve processes, and partner with the Controller
Level - Typical experience - What you’ll own
Junior Financial Accountant - 0-2 years : Reconciliations, journal entries, AP/AR support, and tax filings,



with a mentor and a paid path toward your CPA designation
Financial Accountant - 2-5 years : Owning the close and reporting for an entity or area, preparing statements and tax filings, and supporting audits
Senior Financial Accountant - 5+ years : Leading the close, reviewing work, owning complex accounting and controls, and guiding systems and process improvements
Promotion criteria are written down at every level, with regular career conversations. Many of our accountants have moved into accounting management, controller, FP&A;, internal audit, and finance leadership roles.
What you bring Must have :- Solid understanding of Canadian accounting (ASPE or IFRS), double-entry bookkeeping, and financial statement preparation
Working knowledge of GST/HST and payroll remittance basics
A detail-focused, honest approach, and clear communication with both finance and non-finance colleagues
Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field (including Canadian college programs), or equivalent experience
Legal authorization to work in Canada (citizens, permanent residents, and valid work permit holders)
Nice to have (not required) :- CPA designation (CPA Canada), or progress toward it, including the CPA PREP program (we cover fees, study time, and membership)
Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics
Experience with year-end work, audit support, or public accounting
Knowledge of CRA corporate tax filings (T2), CCA, or SR&ED;
Experience with multi-entity, multi-province, or multi-currency environments
Skills in Power BI, Power Query, or Python
Industry background in [manufacturing, construction, real estate, retail, healthcare, nonprofit, mining and energy, technology, professional services, public sector, etc.]
Fluency in French, an asset for Quebec roles and bilingual teams [if applicable]
Government reliability status or willingness to obtain one [if applicable]

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📌 Financial Accountant (Ontario)
🏢 SMARTFOX
📍 Ontario