Senior Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team in a fully on-site role. Reporting directly to the Controller, this position is responsible for supporting the organization's day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

The successful candidate will oversee general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, account reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping strengthen internal controls and improve accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, inventory-driven environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate and reliable financial information.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Close

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements, management reporting, and supporting analyses
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Support the development and enhancement of accounting policies and internal controls

Financing & Inventory Accounting

• Record and reconcile inventory financing transactions
• Monitor financing balances and prepare supporting reporting for management
• Maintain accurate accounting records related to inventory and financing activities

Reconciliations & General Accounting

• Perform reconciliations of key general ledger accounts
• Complete cash and bank reconciliations
• Ensure sub-ledgers remain balanced with the general ledger
• Investigate and resolve variances on a timely basis

Accounts Receivable

• Manage customer and internal receivables
• Support collection activities and account monitoring
• Review transactions and ensure compliance with company policies

Vendor & Operational Accounting Support

• Assist with vendor-related reconciliations and claims processes
• Maintain inventory costing records and supporting schedules
• Support accounting requirements across multiple departments

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed asset schedules
• Assist with ERP/accounting system troubleshooting and issue resolution
• Participate in process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• CPA designation or progress toward designation is considered an asset
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Experience preparing financial statements and leading month-end/year-end close processes
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities and deadlines

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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