Financial accountant Jobs in Kitchener, ON

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Cambridge, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, preparing statements, and supporting compliance with tax and audit requirements. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the financial success of our retail business.

Responsibilities :

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian accounting standards.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including intercompany transactions, bank accounts, and fixed assets, to ensure data accuracy.
• Manage accounts payable, credit card reconciliations, and journal entries with precision and efficiency.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analysis and recommendations for cost optimization.
• Support external audit processes by providing required documentation and clear explanations.
• Handle tax filings and compliance, including preparing and submitting tax returns and ensuring timely payments.
• Oversee daily cash reconciliation, deposit preparation, and payment processing through online banking platforms.
• Process vendor bills and payments for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy in journal entries.
• Manage employee credit card transactions and maintain proper documentation.
• Maintain organized financial records and support the transition to electronic document management systems.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong proficiency in account reconciliation, balance sheet analysis, and bank reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of general ledger management and journal entry processes.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with month-end close procedures and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with tax filings and compliance requirements. Must be authorized to work in this location.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing financial records.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and communicate financial insights clearly.

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