Job Description

Job Title: Senior Corporate Accountant

Location: Waterloo, ON (Hybrid - In-office Tues/Wed/Thurs, Remote Mon/Fri)Contract Type: 18 months (Possible extension)Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments, with a focus on payroll/employee-related accounts. Perform detailed account reconciliations (GL, bank, intercompany) and investigate discrepancies. Conduct financial statement analysis and provide insights on variances or trends. Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve reporting accuracy. Assist with ad-hoc projects, audits, or system implementations as needed.

Top Skills & Qualifications:

3+ years of corporate accounting experience (public or private sector). Strong proficiency in journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations (ability to drill into details). Experience with financial statement analysis and reporting. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) is a plus.

Work Environment:

Hybrid model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote). Dynamic team with opportunities to contribute to process improvements.

Experience

Proven experience in corporate accounting or finance roles with a strong focus on general ledger reconciliation and financial report writing. Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial analysis techniques. Familiarity with securities law regulations is highly desirable. Strong mentoring skills with a track record of developing junior team members. Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel is essential for data analysis and reporting tasks.
Join our team as a Senior Corporate Accountant where you can make a significant impact on our financial operations while fostering growth within the department!

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Application question(s):

How many years of corporate accounting experience do you have? Do you require visa sponsorship to work in Canada? Do you have experience preparing journal entries and accruals specifically related to employee costs? What is your hourly rate expectation? Are you comfortable working in a contract role (18-month term)? What is your current location? Can you work hybrid 3 days in office in Waterloo, ON?
Language:

* English (preferred)