Senior accountant

Job in Southwestern Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada

Listing for: Government of Canada - Central

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-23

Job specializations:

Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst, Senior Accountant
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst

Location: Southwestern Ontario

Overview

Languages

English

Education

Bachelor's degree
or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

On-site customer service
Private company, corporation or industry

Responsibilities Tasks

Identify clients' financial goals and objectives
Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
Supervise staff
Train staff

Analyze clients' financial records

Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control

Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies

Prepare reports and audit findings

Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning

Prepare financial statements and reports

Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices

Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure

Analyze financial documents and reports

Examine accounting records

Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits

Variance analysis

Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems

Oversee payroll administration

Supervision

1 to 2 people

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

Accounting software
Quick Books
MS Office
MS Excel
MS Outlook
Sage Accounting Software

Area of specialization

Financial examination
Accounting

Additional information Security and safety

Basic security clearance
Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Attention to detail
Large workload

Personal suitability

Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Ability to multitask
Due diligence
Proactive

Benefits Health benefits

Dental plan
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits

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