Senior Accountant

About

Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join their finance team. This position is responsible for managing full-cycle accounting activities for multiple entities, preparing consolidated financial statements, and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. The ideal candidate brings technical expertise, particularly in project accounting, strong analytical thinking, and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including accounts receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Conduct financial analysis and deliver insights to support strategic business decisions.
• Lead project accounting initiatives across business units; monitor, maintain, and review project costs and budgets.
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to support project-related financial management.
• Develop, refine, and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Mentor and support junior accountants with processes, training, and technical guidance.
• Provide expertise on complex accounting topics such as IFRS 16 and other standards.
• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts and bank statements.
• Ensure ERP system accuracy through audits and process improvements.
• Coordinate with auditors and ensure tax filings and statutory reporting (GST, WCB, etc.) are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with government remittances and filings for multiple entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA designation.
• 4+ years of full-cycle accounting experience, ideally in a multi-entity environment.
• Proven experience with project accounting and cost tracking.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Canadian financial regulations.
• Skilled in month-end and year-end close processes and general ledger management.
• Experience leading or mentoring junior accounting staff.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial data to non-financial team members.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion with confidential information.
• Experience with real estate and construction industry an asset
• Organized, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite preferred).

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Friendly, supportive, and dynamic work environment
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Extended dental and health care benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Pension Plan and Supplementary Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Vacation days, sick days statutory holidays
• Base salary - $85 - $95K