Senior Accountant POST NUMBER: 289915

About the Company Our client is a global industrial services company. They are looking for a Senior Accountant who will be responsible for ensuring the businesses compliance with IFRS / regulatory and internal reporting requirements. This role requires a strong operational and accounting technical focus in addition to a focusing on delivering high quality management information to the Finance Manager for review. Why Work Here Experience working with an international company with colleagues around the world Work closely with an excellent manager with long term growth opportunities About the Opportunity Responsible for month end close processes including journal entries, reconciliations and supporting documentation including: preparation and/or review accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and bank reconciliations. preparation and/or review of journal entries for month-end close. preparation and analysis of WIP reports. preparation of financial and management reports for the business unit and Corporate Preparation and/or review of balance sheet and income statement reconciliations. preparation and/or review of confirmations and reconciliations of intercompany transactions including revenue, cost of sales, management fees, debtors, and creditors as well as inter-group loans reported to the corporate office for consolidation. Responsible for year-end close process including: Assist with internal and external audit requirements and liaises with auditors. Assist with the preparation of statutory annual financial statements. Responsible for ensuring detailed and effective project accounting. Assist with the preparation of financial forecasts and providing insightful explanations and analysis of key variances. Ensures financial controls, on a day-to-day operational basis are conducted effectively and timeously. Ensures appropriate corporate governance and financial controls are applied and maintained, with the intention to improve and maintain internal controls, implementing changes where needed and drive efficiencies to assist with managing financial risk. Manages other ad hoc requirements. Assists in the continuous improvement and development of system integration and reporting. Assists with implementation of improved reporting systems to prevent errors in data collection and calculations. I.e. the automation of processes. Understands and applies IFRS rules correctly. Assist with the preparation and/or review of files and working papers required for filing of taxes. About You Experience in Finance, Accounting and Administration including financial and management accounting, IFRS / financial regulations, accounting systems, cash reporting and forecasts, financial reporting and analysis, budgets, and planning. 3-5 years – Essential Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year end close processes. 3-5 years – Essential Experience with one of the top audit professional firms in Canada or USA. Minimum of 3 years of audit experience. 3 years – Essential Demonstrated financial reporting experience in Canada or USA. 5 years – Essential Thorough knowledge of international accounting principles and procedures and financial management best practices. 5 years – Essential Knowledge of Canadian and USA business environment, taxation, and US GAAP – Advantageous SAGE software knowledge – Advantageous Salary Range $90,000 - $100,000/year How to Apply Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #478840 This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’s client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.