Accountant jobs in Canada

Find accountant jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Nov 5, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,886
Employers: 876

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $73,935Across 286 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $37.21Across 63 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%30 listings
Hybrid: 28%526 listings
On-site: 70%1,328 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include MNP (116), ACCA Careers (103), Baker Tilly Canada (85).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Accountant jobs in Canada

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Senior Accountant
Armco
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our corporate finance team in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Senior Accountant and Reporting Specialist
WCB Nova Scotia
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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Accountant - Transportation Industry
Spitfire Recruiting Inc.
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
We are currently seeking an experienced Accountant to join a growing organization within the transportation and logistics industry. This individual will play an important role in managing…
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Senior Accountant (12 month contract)
HighlightTA
Remote, Canada
- $80,800 to $100,100 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
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Sr. Payroll Tax Analyst
Brewer Morris
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
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SC
Senior Accountant (Steinbach)
Steinbach Credit Union
Steinbach, MB
- Full-time
Behind every decision we make for our members is a set of numbers someone has to get right. As a Senior Accountant at SCU, that someone is you. You're an experienced CPA who delivers…
Added 12 hours ago
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Senior Accountant
GLP Canada
Oakville, ON
- Full-time
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Accountant
Robert Half
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an Accountant to join a finance team in Waterloo, Ontario. This position supports core accounting operations by preparing financial information, maintaining accurate…
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Accountant, Cloud Accounting Services
Doane Grant Thornton
Prince George, BC
- Full-time
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Senior Accountant
Vaco by Highspring
Salmon Arm, BC
- $85,000 to $105,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Junior Accountant
Canoe Forest Products Ltd.
Salmon Arm, BC
- Full-time
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Senior Accountant
Millards
Brantford, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Accountant, Assurance and Accounting
ACCA Careers
Kemptville, ON
- Full-time
Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as a Senior Accountant. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving…
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Senior Accountant, Assurance and Accounting
ACCA Careers
Orangeville, ON
- Full-time
Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as a Senior Accountant. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving…
Added 15 hours ago
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Senior Accountant
J.D. Irving, Limited
Dieppe, NB
- Full-time
Join Cavendish Farms as a Senior Accountant and take on a key role supporting accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and better business decision-making.
Added 17 hours ago
BT
Co-Op Staff Accountant
Baker Tilly Canada
Victoria, BC
- Contract
We are looking for a Co-Op Staff Accountant to join our team - a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll…
Added 17 hours ago
BT
Senior Accountant - Cross Border Tax
Baker Tilly Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Accountant
RECRUITMENT PARTNERS INC.
Calgary, AB
- Contract
We are seeking a versatile, task-oriented Accountant (Contract) to join the finance team of a leading Calgary-based organization on a 6-month contract assignment. Supporting a busy division…
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Senior Accountant
ShipTop
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
The Senior Accountant owns day-to-day accounting for ShipTop Logistics Inc. (Canada) and its US subsidiary, ShipTop, Inc. You will manage payables, recei
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Sr. Staff Accountant
Enzo
Caledon, ON · Toronto, ON
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Accountant (35782)
Myticas Consulting
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Our client is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its Finance & Accounting team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded accounting professional who…
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CPA
The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms Limited
Digby, NS
- Full-time
Sanford & Associates Chartered Professional Accountants Inc. is recruiting for a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent position located in…
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CPA Accountant
JobsMedia.io
Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
We are seeking a highly qualified Senior Accountant (CPA) to join a growing Quebec-based company. You will play a key role in reviewing financial statements, evaluating internal processes,…
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Senior Accountant
Aston Carter
Vaughan, ON
- $85,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Senior Accountant performs and oversees full-cycle accounting activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards. This role serves as a subject matter…
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Senior Accountant
FANUC America Corporation
Mississauga, ON
- $68,000 to $95,000 CAD / year

Robert Half

Accountant

Waterloo, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 5, 2026
Experience: At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a multi-entity or similarly complex environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

We are looking for an Accountant to join a finance team in Waterloo, Ontario. This position supports core accounting operations by preparing financial information, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to timely reporting for a multi-faceted care environment. The role offers the opportunity to work across month-end activities, funding administration, billing, and audit support while collaborating with both finance and operational staff.

Responsibilities:

Prepare journal entries for period-end activities, including accruals, allocations, payroll-related postings, and other required adjustments to support accurate financial reporting.

Review general ledger activity and balance sheet accounts, complete reconciliations, and investigate irregular balances or unresolved items in a timely manner.

Produce monthly financial statements, internal reporting packages, and detailed supporting schedules for management review.

Record and analyze funding revenue from government sources and complete required reporting related to occupancy, resident activity, and operational metrics.

Coordinate resident billing processes, maintain supporting documentation, and resolve discrepancies to ensure revenue is recorded accurately and on time.

Reconcile resident trust accounts and work with site-based administrative teams to research and clear outstanding variances.

Support accounts payable functions by processing invoices, assisting with payments, responding to vendor questions, and reconciling supplier accounts.

Monitor daily cash activity and assist with cash flow oversight to help maintain sufficient funds for operational needs.

Contribute to budgeting, construction and renovation reporting, and year-end audit preparation by assembling schedules, documentation, and financial analysis.

Maintain organized records, uphold internal controls and accounting procedures, and assist with improvements to finance processes, systems usage, and reporting practices.

Requirements Of the Position

College diploma or university degree in accounting or a closely related discipline.

At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a multi-entity or similarly complex environment.

Practical experience with account reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, data entry, and month-end close activities.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with accounting software or enterprise financial systems.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and handle confidential financial information responsibly.

Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and produce monthly financial statements and supporting reports. Manage funding and resident billing activities, support accounts payable and cash oversight, and contribute to budgeting, audits, and improvements to finance processes.

Requirements

A college diploma or university degree in accounting or a related discipline and at least two years of relevant accounting experience are required. Candidates should have practical experience with reconciliations, payables, receivables, billing, data entry, and month-end close, along with strong Excel, analytical, organizational, communication, and accuracy skills.

Skills

Journal Entries
Month-End Close
General Ledger Reconciliation
Financial Reporting
Funding Revenue Analysis
Resident Billing
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Trust Account Reconciliation
Cash Flow Monitoring
Budgeting
Audit Preparation
Microsoft Excel
Accounting Software
Internal Controls
Financial Analysis

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Keywords

Accounting
Journal Entries
Accruals
Allocations
Payroll Postings
General Ledger
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Financial Statements
Management Reporting
Government Funding
Occupancy Reporting
Resident Billing
Resident Trust Accounts
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Vendor Payments
Cash Flow
Budgeting
Construction And Renovation Reporting
Year-End Audit
Internal Controls
Accounting Procedures
Microsoft Excel
Accounting Software
Enterprise Financial Systems
Month-End Close

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