Senior Accountant

THE ROLE:

Our growing Canadian organization is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support a fast-moving investment and business lending environment. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in financial restructuring, tax compliance, investor reporting, and ongoing accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and maintenance of accurate profit and loss reporting, including detailed analysis of revenues, costs, margins, and overall financial performance
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Oversee and execute month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Review and reconcile merchant cash advance (MCA) transactions, including commissions, settlements, collections, and related deductions
• Prepare and submit indirect tax filings, including GST/PST returns, while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations
• Coordinate communications and information requests with federal and provincial tax authorities
• Partner with external accounting firms and investor representatives to support reporting, compliance, and financial disclosure requirements
• Assist with year-end reporting activities, audit preparation, and supporting documentation
• Review investor agreements, finder fee arrangements, and other financial contracts, identifying potential accounting or financial reporting implications
• Contribute to process improvements and help strengthen internal accounting practices within a fast-paced and evolving environment

ABOUT YOU:

You are a confident and proactive accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic business setting. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, asking insightful questions, and gaining a deep understanding of the business you support. Comfortable working with direct and engaged leadership, you bring strong judgment, accountability, and a solutions-focused mindset. You are not afraid to challenge assumptions, take ownership of your work, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders across the organization.

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

This contract opportunity offers the chance to join a growing Canadian organization where your expertise will have a direct impact on financial operations and strategic decision-making. You'll gain exposure to a unique investment and lending environment while working alongside experienced professionals and key decision-makers. In return, our client offers a competitive hourly wage, the opportunity to expand your industry expertise, and valuable experience that will further strengthen your professional profile and long-term career growth. Apply today and leverage your expertise in a role where your contributions will be highly visible, valued, and influential.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• CPA designation preferred
• Experience within business lending, private investment, alternative financing, merchant cash advance, or related financial services environments is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles and financial reporting requirements
• Experience preparing GST/PST and other indirect tax filings
• Proven ability to manage month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Strong financial analysis and reconciliation skills
• Experience supporting audits and working with external accounting partners
• Ability to review and interpret financial agreements and contracts
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills
• Self-starter who can work independently and adapt to changing priorities
• Confident, proactive, and eager to learn within a growth-oriented organization

If you're a driven accounting professional looking to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced and evolving organization, we'd love to hear from you, Apply Today! Please quote job reference number 05000-0013476375 on all communication. Robert Half would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants in advance for their expressed interest!! The job you want is just an app away. Whether remote or on-site, search for a job you’ll love with the Robert Half app. Download on the App Store or get it on Google Play.

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