Senior Accountant- Burlington

Senior Accountant (CPA Preferred - Minimum 5 Years' Experience)

Industry: Industrial Systems Provider

Location: Burlington, ON (In Person)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: CA$75,000 - CA$90,000 per year (based on experience)

About Our Client

Our client is a privately held Canadian industrial services organization headquartered in the Greater Burlington area, supporting customers across Canada and the United States. The company offers a stable business environment, a collaborative team culture, and long-term growth opportunities. Due to continued business needs, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to take ownership of the full accounting function and act as a trusted financial partner to senior leadership.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing full-cycle accounting operations and serving as the primary internal financial resource. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role requires a hands-on, self-directed professional who is comfortable working independently, producing accurate financial reporting, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.

This is a comprehensive role suited to someone who values autonomy, accountability, and being the central point of expertise within a lean organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting; Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, bank accounts, and balance sheet accounts
• Prepare monthly financial statements, internal management reports, and variance analysis
• Monitor and manage cash flow and banking activity, including multi-currency considerations
• Administer payroll for employees and independent contractors, including commission calculations
• Manage group benefits, retirement programs, onboarding, and terminations
• Prepare and file all required government remittances and statutory filings (HST/GST, EHT, WSIB, payroll withholdings, T4s, etc.)
• Support job costing, work-in-progress tracking, and project margin analysis
• Review and support sales costing and pricing models, partnering with leadership on margin analysis
• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and year-end audit preparation
• Liaise with external accounting and tax advisors on compliance and planning
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
• Act as a stand-alone accounting resource supporting finance, operations, and basic HR administration

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior or full-cycle accounting role
• CPA designation strongly preferred
• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian GAAP and Canadian tax compliance
• Advanced experience with QuickBooks Desktop Premier
• Experience with job costing, WIP, progress billing, and detailed financial reporting
• High proficiency in Excel (analysis, reporting, and financial models)
• Comfortable working with multiple systems; ERP or CRM exposure is an asset
• Experience supporting Canadian and U.S. business activities is preferred
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently investigate and resolve issues
• Clear communicator able to work directly with leadership and external advisors
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating independently

Work Environment & Expectations

• On-site position, 5 days per week
• Preference for candidates residing within a reasonable commuting distance
• Laptop provided with secure remote access as required
• Standard business hours: Monday to Friday, no weekends

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: CA$75,000 - CA$90,000 per year

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Extended health and dental coverage

• Vision care
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Employer RRSP matching
• Flexible scheduling where appropriate

Why Consider This Opportunity

This role offers an experienced accounting professional the opportunity to own the full accounting function, work directly with senior decision-makers, and play a meaningful role in business operations - without the structure or bureaucracy of a large corporate environment.

If you are a CPA-calibre accountant seeking stability, autonomy, and long-term career value in a confidential and well-managed organization, this opportunity warrants a closer look.

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