Staff Accountant

Our client, a growing manufacturing company in Pickering, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support both Canadian and U.S. operations. This role offers exposure to financial reporting, month-end close, cross-border accounting, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to broaden their experience and take ownership of their work.

• Support the accounting, compliance, and financial reporting activities of the U.S. entity in partnership with the Finance and Tax Specialist.
• Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Review and analyze financial transactions to ensure accuracy and proper classification.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets.
• Support intercompany accounting and reconciliations between Canadian and U.S. operations.
• Assist with consolidated reporting and ensure alignment of U.S. financial records with Canadian ASPE requirements.
• Support external audits, sales tax filings, and adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.

• Prepare customer invoices and credit notes for both Canadian and U.S. customers.
• Apply and reconcile customer payments and investigate payment discrepancies when required.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable subledger to the general ledger.
• Maintain accurate customer records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies.
• Participate in cross-functional projects focused on operational and financial improvements.
• Support finance-related requests from management and operational teams.

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience, ideally within a manufacturing or multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of month-end accounting and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of ASPE.
• Experience supporting accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash application activities.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with Sage 300 and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an asset.
• Base salary of $60,000 - $70,000
• Discretionary Bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 3 weeks' vacation
• Opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing organization with strong long-term career potential