Senior Accountant

Our client is a well-established privately owned organization seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team. Reporting directly to the Controller, this newly created position offers the opportunity to play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, inventory-related accounting, and process improvement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, taking ownership of their work, and contributing to the success of a growing business. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership while supporting the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting requirements of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements, management reporting packages, and supporting schedules
• Analyze financial results and investigate accounting discrepancies and variances
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as required
• Support the development and enhancement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

General Accounting & Reconciliations

• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
• Perform bank, cash, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure sub-ledgers reconcile accurately to the general ledger
• Investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner
• Maintain supporting schedules and working papers

Accounts Receivable & Operational Accounting

• Manage accounts receivable processes and account monitoring activities
• Support collection efforts and resolve outstanding account issues
• Assist with inventory-related accounting and reporting activities
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure accounting accuracy and compliance

Process Improvement & Systems Support

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
• Assist with accounting system troubleshooting and reporting enhancements
• Participate in ongoing process improvement initiatives
• Support special projects and ad hoc analysis as required

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed asset schedules
• Support external accountants, auditors, and year-end reporting requirements
• Assist with various accounting and reporting initiatives across the organization

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience performing full-cycle accounting with minimal supervision
• Strong financial reporting, month-end close, and reconciliation experience
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• CPA designation or progress toward designation is considered an asset
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and lookup functions
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders

Why Join?

• Salary range of $80,000-$100,000
• Four weeks of vacation
• Employer-paid health and dental benefits
• Professional membership and continuing education support
• Stable, growing organization with a strong reputation in its industry
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced finance leader
• Broad exposure across financial reporting, operational accounting, and process improvement
• Tight-knit team environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact

This position is based onsite in the Grand Bend area and is well suited for an accounting professional seeking a stable, long-term opportunity with significant ownership and visibility within the organization.