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Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Robert Half • Hamilton, ON, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
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Job description

Hybrid Work Environment | Publicly Traded Company | Career Growth Opportunity for Big 4/Big 6 CPA's in Industry


Robert Half is partnering with a large public company in Hamilton, ON company to recruit a Senior Accountant for its growing finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for an accounting professional who is looking to accelerate their career within a large, publicly traded organization known for promoting talent from within. You'll gain exposure to a sophisticated accounting environment, work alongside a team of high-performing finance professionals, and have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with other motivated CPA and CPA-track professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for new Big 4/Big 6 CPA's looking to jump to industry before busy season.


Why Join?

  • Opportunity to build your career with a large, publicly traded organization
  • Exposure to a dynamic and complex accounting environment, including US GAAP and SOX compliance
  • Strong potential for career advancement as the company continues to grow
  • Hybrid work model (2 days onsite) that supports flexibility and work-life balance
  • Collaborative team environment with talented accounting and finance professionals
  • Opportunity to work alongside like-minded CPAs and CPA candidates committed to professional growth
  • Stable, established organization with a portfolio of recognized brands across North America
  • Strong work/life balance

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in the month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while supporting a fast-paced and growing business.


Key Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of assigned general ledger accounts and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
  • Perform month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries and supporting documentation.
  • Reconcile and maintain assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.
  • Prepare, upload, and maintain accounting entries and supporting workpapers.
  • Document and maintain internal controls related to assigned responsibilities.
  • Partner with accounting, finance, and operational teams to provide accurate and timely financial information.
  • Analyze financial data and investigate variances as required.
  • Assist with process improvements and special projects.
  • Support a collaborative team environment focused on continuous learning and development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or Commerce.
  • CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA. (We verify that all candidates are in good standing with CPA Ontario before consideration for the opportunity).
  • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance is preferred.
  • Experience working within a large corporate or public company environment is an asset.
  • Audit experience in a Big 4 or Big 6 CPA firm is a preferred asset.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training.All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

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