Accountant

Elby Professional Recruitment Inc

Etobicoke, ON

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

CA$80,000–CA$105,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Accrual-Basis Accounting, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Balance Sheet, Bookkeeping, Budgeting, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cash Flow, Cash Flow Projection, Communication Skills, Corporate Tax, Cross-Functional, Depreciation, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Components, Electricity, Expense Management, Expense Reports, External Audit, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Fixed Assets, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Reporting, Government Requirements, Grid Computing, Insurance Claims, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Management Reporting, Oracle Applications, Organizational Development/Management, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Reconciliation, Tableau, Tax Returns, Team Player, Time Management, Variance Analysis, Vehicle Fleets, Vlookups

LOCATION

Etobicoke, ON

POSTED

30+ days ago

Our Client:

Join a global leader in electrical equipment and grid technology that's been advancing power reliability for over a century. With operations spanning multiple continents and a workforce of thousands, this organization designs and manufactures the equipment and systems that keep electrical grids resilient, especially as the world faces increasing demand and more extreme weather. They've built a reputation as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. If you're looking to join a collaborative, safety-focused organization with a long track record of innovation, this is a compelling opportunity.

The Role:
Our client is seeking an Accountant to join their Finance & Accounting team in a hybrid capacity, reporting to the Manager of Finance & Accounting. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day finance operations - ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting and analysis, and compliance with accounting principles and internal controls. You'll also play a role in capital expenditure management, external audit support, government reporting, and continuous process improvement, while partnering closely with business stakeholders to deliver reliable financial insights.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly accrual journal entries and support accurate financial statement preparation
Perform GL account reconciliations across cash, investments, prepaids, receivables, payables, accruals, and intercompany accounts
Administer fixed assets, including monthly capital expenditure reporting, continuity schedules, NBV, and depreciation entries
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow) and management reporting packages
Conduct variance analysis, investigate significant deviations, and follow up cross-functionally as needed
Support documentation for government loan/grant applications
Manage A/R billing and cash application
Administer travel & expense (T&E) and vehicle fleet programs
Support insurance administration and claims
Assist with quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, and cash flow projections
File monthly commodity tax returns and support corporate tax filing documentation
Support internal control process implementation and external/government audit requirements
Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives
Support ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and assignments as needed

Qualifications:

5+ years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment, with hands-on exposure to fixed assets, bookkeeping, AR/AP, Capex, and general accounting
Experience with fixed assets, including monthly capital expenditure reporting, continuity schedules, etc.
Strong knowledge of Canadian GAAP and ASPE
Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle experience preferred)
Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
Experience with Power BI or Tableau is an asset
Strong analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

What Our Client Has to Offer:

Estimated annual base salary range of $80,000-$105,000, plus eligibility for an annual incentive plan
Generous employer-matched retirement savings plan
Three weeks of paid vacation plus a paid holiday shutdown
100% employer-paid health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HCSA/PSA, and life/AD&D/disability insurance
Summer hours program and education reimbursement
A collaborative, safety-focused, and inclusive workplace culture

This posting is for an open vacancy currently available within our client's organization. Interested and qualified candidates please apply today. We would like to thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

To be eligible for this role, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve candidate experience.

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About the Company

Elby Professional Recruitment Inc

Elby is a full service, contingency and retainer based recruiting firm specializing in the placement of professionals across a variety of disciplines including Accounting & Finance, Sales & Marketing, Administration, IT, Financial Services and Manufacturing & Production, Engineering & Skilled Trades. We are a tenured group of career minded recruiters with several years of experience working, managing and recruiting within the various verticals we service. Our team has the experience necessary to consistently deliver the highest level of results and customer service for our partner clients and candidates.

With offices in Burlington, Kitchener and Mississauga, our mission is to deliver a superior level of results and exceptional customer experience to all candidates and clients we have the privilege of working with. Each member of elby shares a passion for our business and believes that a positive work environment, mutual respect and an entrepreneurial setting allows them to achieve personal success. For all of us, the cornerstone of that success is consistently delivering a superior level of service to our clients and candidates.

COMPANY SIZE

10 to 19 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2009

WEBSITE

http://www.elby.ca

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