Senior Accountant
A leading organisation in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team in Mississauga. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to take on a pivotal role, providing comprehensive full cycle accounting support across multiple entities and subsidiaries.
The company offers a supportive environment where your analytical skills and attention to detail will be highly valued, and you will have the chance to contribute to process improvements that drive operational excellence. With a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $100,000, this position provides not only professional growth but also the flexibility and recognition you deserve as an experienced finance professional.
What you'll do:
- Complete the full month-end process independently, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all accounting activities.
- Consolidate subsidiary accounts and prepare stand-alone as well as consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Prepare and present detailed monthly balance sheets, income statements, and budget variance analyses to provide clear insights into financial performance.
- Create consolidation and elimination entries while managing large volumes of data efficiently and presenting information in an organised manner.
- Provide backup support to the Controller as required, demonstrating reliability and adaptability within the finance team.
- Lead the monthly accounting close process by managing the General Ledger, recording transactions, classifying entries, and reconciling account balances according to company policies.
- Gain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting structure and general ledger framework to ensure accurate reporting at all times.
- Collaborate with external auditors by supplying requested documentation to facilitate smooth audit completion processes.
- Work closely with external tax advisors to ensure timely preparation and filing of corporate tax returns while maintaining compliance standards.
- Continuously evaluate workflow processes for efficiency improvements, propose recommendations for changes to accounting policies or procedures, and partner with cross-functional teams for implementation.
What you bring:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in progressive accounting roles within complex organisational structures is essential for success in this position.
- A university degree in Finance, Accounting or Business-related field is required; advanced degrees are considered an asset.
- CPA designation is preferred due to the technical demands of IFRS reporting and consolidation responsibilities.
- Exceptional analytical abilities combined with critical thinking skills enable you to interpret complex data sets effectively.
- Demonstrated experience implementing best practices in key operating activities while driving continuous process improvements across functions.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously using excellent organisational skills and effective time management strategies.
- Experience working under pressure while meeting strict deadlines showcases your dependability within fast-moving environments.
- Strong mentoring capabilities allow you to support junior staff members while fostering knowledge sharing across teams.
- Familiarity with ERP systems is necessary for efficient transaction processing and data management within a manufacturing context.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills paired with effective verbal and written communication abilities ensure successful collaboration at all levels.
What's next:
If you are ready to take your accounting career further by joining a supportive team where your expertise truly matters, this is your moment!
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Finance & Operations
Focus: Accounting & Finance
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: CAD90,000 - CAD100,000 per year
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Mississauga, Ontario
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: M3GFJM-9DBFED93
Date posted: June 25, 2025
Consultant: Eduardo Utiyama
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