Accountant - Work from Home

Job Summary
We are seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Accountant to join our finance team. This is a Senior role and is perfect for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to move beyond basic bookkeeping into comprehensive financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making. You will be a key player in maintaining our financial integrity as we scale.

Full-Cycle Accounting & Operations
General Ledger:
Create and post journal entries; maintain accurate bookkeeping records and perform month-end/year-end closing processes.
~ Lead full-cycle accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, month-end and year-end close processes, and intercompany reconciliations

Accounts Payable & Receivable:
Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and cash flow management
Payroll & Treasury:
Assist with biweekly payroll processing and reconciliations. Manage treasury operations, including domestic and international payments.
Intercompany:
Maintain and reconcile related-party and intercompany transactions.

Financial Reporting & Compliance
Reporting:
Prepare and review monthly financial reporting packages, including Income Statements, Balance Sheets, reconciliations, and supporting schedules in compliance with ASPE and IFRS standards
Assist with sales performance analysis, commission reviews, target planning, pipeline reporting, and Monthly Operating Reviews (MOR) for senior leadership
Reconciliations:
Ensure accuracy and audit readiness through preparation and review of bank, credit card, and account reconciliations, while acting as a key contact for external auditors.
Lead or contribute to projects focused on streamlining accounting operations, enhancing reporting accuracy, and improving systems and workflows
Compliance:
Manage tax compliance activities, including preparation and filing of GST/HST and applicable sales tax returns, ensuring adherence to Canadian and US tax regulations.
Act as a trusted financial steward by maintaining integrity, objectivity, compliance, and adherence to corporate governance standards
Audit Support:
Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and revenue recognition practices through effective communication, monitoring, and continuous process improvement
Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, providing necessary documentation and schedules.

Analysis & Strategy
Budgeting:
Collaborate on annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections to ensure operational liquidity.
Insights:
Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable financial insights to support cross-functional strategic initiatives.
Collaboration:
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Client Services, Legal, and Finance teams to support business operations, resolve issues, and improve financial processes

Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Designation: CPA designation (completed or in final stages) is required or equivalent.
Experience: 5 years of progressive accounting experience and fp&a, ideally within a SaaS environment or a high-growth mid-sized business.
Compliance: Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASPE and IFRS accounting standards.
Technical Proficiency: *Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling) is a must .
Strong proficiency in GST/HST tax regulations and compliance.
Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
Experience with ERP systems is considered an asset.
Mindset: A self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity and can pivot between routine tasks and high-level ad hoc projects.
Communication: Ability to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.

NOTE: This is not a intermediate/ mid-senior level role. We are looking for a experienced, Senior Accountant to join our team, who is a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity and can pivot between routine tasks and high-level ad hoc projects, with the ability to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.
This job is not for you if you are only looking for AR/AP Clerk roles.
Benefits
Time Off & Work-Life Balance
Comprehensive Time Off: Enjoy a competitive paid vacation package designed to ensure you have the space to unplug and recharge throughout the year.
Holistic Wellness Leave: We provide dedicated personal leave that supports your total well-being, whether you need time for physical recovery or a mental health break.
Commuter-Friendly Hybrid: A flexible schedule that blends collaborative office time with the convenience of working from home.
Team Culture & Perks
Catered Lunches: Enjoy a monthly team lunch on the company to celebrate wins and connect with colleagues.
Growth & Learning: We foster a culture of continuous learning with internal opportunities for professional development.
Modern Workspace: A professional and supportive environment equipped with the tools and technology you need to succeed.