Senior Accountant

• Pay or shift range: $85,000 CAD to $90,000 CAD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Finance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SENIO
  007091

The Senior Accountant is a key member of the Finance team, responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and continuous process improvement. This role combines hands‑on accounting responsibilities with opportunities to influence business decisions, support strategic initiatives, and contribute to the ongoing success of the organization.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will collaborate closely with finance colleagues and leaders across the business to ensure the integrity and timeliness of financial information, strengthen internal controls, improve processes, and provide meaningful insights that support operational and financial performance.

The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex problems, identifying opportunities for improvement, mentoring and supporting team members, and taking ownership of their work while contributing to the overall success of the Finance team.

This position supports the Motorcoach Division of Keolis Canada, which includes the well‑known Red Arrow and Ebus (Pacific Western Charters Ltd.). As a leading transportation provider, Keolis Canada is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and customer‑focused mobility solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support month‑end and year‑end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Perform daily reconciliation and record of intercity revenue.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting financial schedules.
• Analyze balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions where required.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to support business decision‑making.
• Identify and implement finance process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and support compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Partner with operational leaders and cross‑functional teams across the organization.
• Liaise with external auditors and the internal controls department, maintaining accurate documentation for audit and reporting requirements.
• Assist with regulatory, tax, and government reporting obligations.
• Participate in special projects, including ERP implementation, and strategic initiatives that support business growth and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a collaborative, detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with business partnership opportunities.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA designation or active progression toward completion.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Macro and data analysis tools.
• Experience working with ERP systems (JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience mentoring, training, or supporting colleagues is considered an asset.

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