Accountant- Senior Level

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Senior Accountant

Location : Burlington Ontario  Canada - On site

Reports To : Director of Business Affairs & General Counsel

Are you a strategic financial leader ready to step into a high-impact role with visibility across executive operations, global markets, and diversified holdings? Our growing specialty chemical company, operating across multiple international jurisdictions, is seeking a Senior Accountant with leadership capacity.

This is more than a traditional Accountant role. You will be the financial steward of a dynamic, international business, serving not only core manufacturing operations but also a portfolio of family-owned holding companies. With direct access to ownership and the executive team, this role offers the unique opportunity to shape the company’s financial strategy and build the next-generation finance function.

Why This Role is Compelling

High Visibility & Strategic Influence : Work directly with the Managing Director, Sales Leadership & Manufacturing

Diverse Exposure : Oversee finance for both operating entities and investment holdings across Canada, the US, and Europe.

Modernize & Lead : Bring fresh eyes to systems and processes. Implement best-in-class practices for financial transparency and decision support.

Purposeful Work : Play a central role in sustainable operations, innovation, and global expansion.

Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting

Own the full cycle of internal accounting functions, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and actionable insights.

Deliver monthly financial packages, including income statements, cash flow reports, and balance sheets to executive leadership.

Prepare detailed corporate metrics and KPIs that align with sales, production, and growth targets.

Lead the preparation and presentation of financials for year-end audits and strategic planning sessions.

Strategic Finance & Business Support

Partner with the Sales, Manufacturing teams to provide data-driven insights that enhance product costing, pricing strategies, and material sourcing decisions.

Deliver proactive financial analysis to support regional sales strategy and operational alignment.

Design and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

Governance, Compliance & Tax

Develop and maintain financial controls, audit trails, and risk management policies.

Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities in Canada, the US, and the EU.

Lead corporate tax compliance and manage relationships with external accounting and audit firms.

Banking & Treasury

Manage all banking relationships, including cash management, credit facilities, and treasury operations.

Ensure optimal liquidity while supporting strategic capital investment decisions.

What You Bring

CPA designation.

5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing, chemicals, or multi-entity environments.

Demonstrated ability to move beyond transactional work to deliver strategic financial leadership.

Proven ability to lead systems implementation, process improvement, and financial transformation.

Strong understanding of Canadian, U.S., and EU accounting standards, tax regulations, and cross-border financial reporting.

Experience supporting sales, operations, or R&D is a strong asset.

Core Competencies

Financial Acumen & Strategic Insight

Executive-Level Communication

Decision-Making & Business Judgment

Accountability & Ownership

Operational Alignment & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Continuous Learning & Adaptability

Strong Ethical Compass & Transparency

This role is ideal for a Senior Accountant seeking a seat at the strategic table.  If you're ready to lead with impact, build lasting financial infrastructure, and contribute to a legacy of innovation and excellence, we’d love to meet you.