Accounting Analyst

Company Description

A Canadian leader in architecture and design, Lemay has experienced dramatic growth and exciting transformation over the past few years.

At Lemay, we believe in the unique value of design to create open and meaningful spaces to grow. We are committed to approaching every design problem with curiosity, invention, and a generous spirit to uncover hidden opportunity. We are a transdisciplinary team of change-makers creating planet-friendly spaces for people and their communities.

We are proud of our team’s diversity in ethnicity, culture, religion, indigenous status, sexual orientation, physical limitations, gender identity and age. We are committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment for all members of our team so that everyone feels respected and valued.

Our main goal is to design generous spaces that create meaningful impact.

Job Description

Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a growing environment? Are you recognized by your colleagues as a trusted business partner and know how to ensure client satisfaction within operations? You might be the Accounting Analyst we’re looking for to join our Finance and Administration team.

What you will accomplish with us

Accounting Management

• Post journal entries (except for revenue, payroll, and work in progress).
• Verify the accuracy of supporting documents (invoices, receipts, etc.) before entry.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations (bank, invoices, credit cards) to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Prepare government remittances (source deductions, sales taxes, and income taxes), participate in tax audits, income tax filings, and reimbursement follow-ups.

Financial Statement Preparation

• Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements for the parent company, subsidiaries, and other holding companies.
• Participate in the month-end closing process (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow) including journal entries (other than revenue-related entries).
• Collaborate with FP&A teams to integrate accounting data into financial forecasts.

Audit Management

• Contribute to year-end audit files for the parent company and all subsidiaries.

Financial Information Systems

• Assist with the implementation, integration, and optimization of accounting and financial information systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Work closely with IT teams to ensure data integrity and system security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Over 3 years of accounting experience (experience in a professional services firm is an asset).
• In progress toward CPA designation (an asset).
• Highly autonomous and able to work in an agile entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and rigor.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written, as the role supports stakeholders across Canada and internationally.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and IT systems (Dynamics, Great Plains).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).

Additional Information

Lemay makes its employee development and well-being a priority. Part of that is offering the following advantages:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible group insurance program (health and dental insurance) as of day one (1) and a $1008 envelope to invest as needed (Health and Wellness Management Accounts, RRSP/DPSP).
• Telemedicine platform.
• Payment of membership fees to your professional association.
• A minimum of three (3) weeks' vacation.
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Hybrid policy.
• Social activities throughout the year.
• Internal training offered to all employees (Lemay Academy).
• Onboarding paired with a colleague.
• Gym in some offices.
• Up to 70% discount on monthly public transit passes.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.