Senior Accountant

Our client in Stratford is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team in a full-time permanent role!

As the Senior Accountant, you will support the Controller in overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, supporting key accounting processes, including month-end close, reconciliations, helping with audits, and compliance.

You will also provide back-up, as needed, for other accounting positions including accounts payable and accounts receivable, and credit.

As the Senior Accountant you will receive an annual salary between $90-100K as well as comprehensive benefits package!

• Financial Reporting – Reconcile accounts, including bank, vendor, and customer payments balances, ensuring all discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner.
• Month-End and Year-End Close – Support the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Perform monthly variance analysis and assist with the preparation of financial reports and schedules for auditors.
• Budgeting and Forecasting – Collaborate with the team to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Compliance and Internal Controls – Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend and implement improvements to internal controls and accounting procedures to mitigate risks and enhance efficiency.
• Special projects – Support our ERP implementation initiative.
• Assist with inventory counts and reconciliations as necessary.
• Maintain and manage records room.
• Assist in the selection, planning and implementation of our new ERP system slated for 2026/2027.
• Help with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, and filing.
• Cross training in other accounting functions including Accounts payables.
• To assist the controller as required and any other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior accounting role.
• Experience with financial reporting, general ledger management, month-end and year-end close processes.
• CPA designation or working towards is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting ERP software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of GAAP and other accounting regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.

If you have the skills and experience required above, send your resume to:

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