Senior Accountant

About the job
About the Job

The Client:

Our client is a growing and well-established manufacturing company based in Pickering, Ontario. Known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence, they provide a collaborative work environment where finance professionals can make a tangible impact on process improvement, financial reporting, and strategic growth initiatives. This is a six-month contract role with potential for permanency, offering an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented organization in the manufacturing sector.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Senior Accountant who enjoys hands-on work with the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting, while contributing to continuous improvement projects and audit readiness.

What You’ll Accomplish in This Role

• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of cash and general ledger accounts.

• Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, consolidations, and financial statement preparation.

• Conduct balance sheet analysis, calculate accruals, and ensure accurate reserve management.

• Assist with tax compliance, including property and sales/use tax filings.

• Maintain and enhance internal controls, documentation, and accounting policies.

• Handle light cost accounting functions, including variance analysis and commercial accruals (commissions, rebates, warranties).

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and management to improve business processes.

• Participate in system and process improvement initiatives to streamline reporting and efficiency.

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally combining public and corporate environments.

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and full-cycle financial reporting.

• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, formulas, data analysis) and ERP experience.

• Strong organizational and analytical abilities with a high level of attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams.

• Preferred: CPA designation, experience in manufacturing or private equity, and familiarity with JD Edwards.

Why This Opportunity?

• Six-month contract with potential for permanency.

• Exposure to a dynamic and expanding manufacturing environment.

• Opportunity to drive efficiency, accuracy, and process improvement.

• Collaborative culture with supportive leadership.

Compensation & Details

💰 Rate: $35–40/hour

📍Location: Pickering, ON (Hybrid flexibility)

🕒Contract: 6-month term with potential for permanent hire

We use AI tools as part of our screening process to assist in candidate assessment. All applications are personally reviewed by our recruitment team.