Senior Accountant

Our client is a well-established, privately held organization with a long-standing reputation in Ottawa for providing exceptional service, quality, and expertise. They are now seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team, an opportunity well suited for a detail-oriented accounting professional who excels in a fast-paced environment and brings strong full-cycle accounting experience. Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant supports key financial operations, including month-end and year-end close processes, reconciliations, financial reporting, audits, and the maintenance of effective internal controls.

The ideal candidate is a proactive and analytical professional who enjoys understanding the details behind financial information, identifying opportunities for improvement, and developing practical solutions. Main responsibilities include:

• Oversee and continuously improve day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, general ledger activities, and financial transactions
• Prepare and review accounting entries, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial information to support accurate month-end and year-end close processes
• Support the preparation of financial statements, management reporting, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Maintain accurate financial records, including fixed assets, balance sheet accounts, and supporting documentation, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with external audits by preparing required documentation and supporting audit activities
• Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, improve internal controls, and enhance efficiency through technology and automation
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting team members as needed.
• Stay current with relevant accounting, tax and regulatory requirements and contribute to ongoing improvements within the finance function
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as required

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team that values growth, collaboration, and professional development. If you’re ready to advance your career and make an impact, apply today.

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• CPA designation complete or in progress is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting, general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close and financial reporting
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a multi-entity environment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make insightful recommendations
• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience with audits, internal controls, tax filings, or fixed asset reporting is an asset