Senior Accounting Analyst

Our client is an established, privately held Canadian organization with operations across multiple locations. Operating in an inventory-intensive environment, the business has a hands-on, collaborative culture and is focused on strengthening its accounting operations, improving internal processes, and supporting continued growth.
Position SummaryOur client is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to join its Finance & Accounting team. This newly created position will work closely with the Corporate Controller, supporting day-to-day accounting operations while helping strengthen processes and systems across the business.
The successful candidate will bring a strong full-cycle accounting background and the ability to work across multiple functions. In addition to supporting month-end close and providing hands‑on assistance across cross‑functional areas of accounting. This individual will serve as a key resource to the accounting team, offering guidance on complex accounting matters and taking ownership of process improvement and automation initiatives.
This is an opportunity for an adaptable, solutions‑oriented accounting professional to take on a varied role, contribute to the development of the finance function, and make a meaningful impact across the organization.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations & Financial Reporting
Provide support across AP, AR and general accounting, including backup coverage during vacations, high‑volume periods, and month‑end.
Provide guidance, training, and support to accounting team members on complex transactions, reconciliations, allocations, and multi‑location entries.
Support monthly and year‑end close activities, helping maintain the organization's three‑business‑day month‑end close timeline.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations, and other accounting adjustments.
Investigate variances, discrepancies, and outstanding accounting items to ensure timely resolution.
Assist the Corporate Controller with financial statements, management reporting, and year‑end audit requirements.
Work with operational departments to resolve accounting issues and promote consistent processes and internal controls.
Process Improvement & Systems
Evaluate existing accounting processes and drive initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls through process improvements and automation.
Identify opportunities to better leverage Microsoft tools and other technologies to improve accounting workflows and reporting.
Support the implementation, optimization, and troubleshooting of accounting systems and ERP functionality.
Lead assigned accounting projects from planning through implementation, including system testing, documentation, training, and adoption.
Develop and maintain standardized accounting procedures across multiple locations.
Cross-Functional Business Support
Act as a key accounting resource to multiple departments, including Sales, Service, Parts, Rental, Operations, and Administration.
Work collaboratively with employees and department leaders to resolve accounting, invoicing, coding, and reporting issues.
Help identify and address process gaps that impact accounting accuracy and efficiency.
Encourage knowledge sharing and cross‑training to build flexibility and consistency across key accounting functions.
Qualifications & Experience
Post‑secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Several years of progressive, full‑cycle accounting experience, ideally within a small to mid‑sized or multi‑location organization.
Strong understanding of AP, AR, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month‑end close.
Experience working across multiple accounting functions rather than within a highly specialized or siloed corporate environment.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency across the broader Microsoft Office suite.
Exposure to process improvement, automation, and accounting system implementations.
Experience with ERP systems;
dealership management system experience would be an asset.
Experience providing guidance or mentorship to other accounting team members.
Experience in an inventory‑heavy, equipment dealership, distribution, or multi‑location environment would be an asset.
Power BI or Power Automate experience would be considered an asset.
Adaptable and willing to step in across accounting functions to support the broader team and business needs.
Strong technical accounting and problem‑solving abilities.
Technology‑oriented with an interest in automation and process improvement.
Approachable and collaborative, with the ability to guide and support others.
Strong communication skills and ability to work across different departments.
Highly organized and comfortable managing competing priorities.
Takes ownership, demonstrates initiative, and follows projects through to completion.
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