Senior Accountant

Job summary

The Senior Accountant oversees key accounting functions, including full cycle accounting, financial reporting, and account reconciliations for multiple divisions. They also support month-end and year-end processes, variance analysis, and provide guidance to junior staff.

Job details

Reference ID: 001-CATC-75 Line of Business: Shared Services Location: Markham, ON (175 Commerce Valley Dr W Suite: 300, Thornhill, ON L3T 7P6) Position Type: Contract, Full-Time (End Date: December 14, 2027) Vacancy Status: This Posting is in Replacement for an Existing Vacancy Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 Annually WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC: AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE: Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes Respect – we work well with others Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter * Wellness: Group Benefits Plan for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement. * Career Development: Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System. * Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP). * Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program. ABOUT THE POSITION: The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing key accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and supporting the month-end and year-end close processes. This role plays a critical part in financial reporting, account reconciliations, and maintaining compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. Working closely with the Corporate Controller, the Senior Accountant partners with cross-functional teams to analyze financial results, investigate variances, and support decision-making. The role also provides guidance to junior accounting staff and contributes to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function. YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Collaborate closely and provide support to the Corporate Controller * Responsible for full cycle accounting for several divisions operating across Canada (A/P, Billing, A/R, Financial Reporting) including being the primary owner of the books and records of these divisions * Responsible for reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and maintaining all supporting reconciliation schedules * Work closely with the accounts payable, billing, and payroll team to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately * Complete monthly P&L variance analysis and by-location reporting * Assist with the yearly budgeting and quarterly forecasting process * Assist with the monitoring of key business performance metrics on a weekly and monthly basis * Assist with preparing documentation for external auditors * Respond to inquiries from members of the senior management team and other internal and external stakeholders * Prepare other ad hoc analysis and reports on financial matters as required QUALIFICATIONS * Minimum 5-6 years of experience in a general accountant or similar full cycle accounting role * Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration * Accounting Designation (CPA, CGA, CMA) considered an asset * Experience with QuickBooks and/or similar accounting platform * Experience with full cycle accounting, including A/P, A/R, Billings, Payroll, Financial Reporting, etc. * Experience with automated A/P and expense management platforms * Prior experience with SAP Concur would be considered an asset * High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite – specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook * Team player with excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills ABOUT THE COMPANY Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada. CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience. Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals. Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals. Please visit www.canatc.ca for more information! Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.

What you’ll do

The Senior Accountant oversees key accounting functions, including full cycle accounting, financial reporting, and account reconciliations for multiple divisions. They also support month-end and year-end processes, variance analysis, and provide guidance to junior staff.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5-6 years of experience in a full cycle accounting role and hold a diploma or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting platforms like QuickBooks is required, with a CPA designation considered an asset.

Benefits

• Group Benefits Plan • Employee Assistant Programs • Discounted GoodLife fitness memberships • Paid time off • Wellness days • Mental health support • Bereavement leave • Professional development • Lunch & Learn sessions • Retirement Savings Plan • Service Recognition Program

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Payroll · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Billing · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Full cycle accounting
• Financial reporting
• Account reconciliation
• Variance analysis
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Internal controls
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Billing
• Payroll
• Microsoft Excel
• QuickBooks
• SAP Concur
• Financial analysis
• Communication
• Account Reconciliation
• Business Metrics
• Full Cycle Accounting
• Ad Hoc Analysis
• Profit And Loss (P&L) Management
• Accountability
• Time Off Management
• Variance Analysis
• SAP Concur (Travel And Invoice Software)
• Treatment Planning
• Compassion
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Standard Accounting Practices
• Artificial Intelligence
• Automation
• Balance Sheet
• Reconciliation
• Mental Health
• Business Administration
• Internal Controls
• Management
• Decision Making
• Learning Management Systems
• Disabilities
• Finance
• Expense Management
• External Auditing
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Statements
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Accountant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors