Senior Accountant

Job summary

Manage complex inventory accounting, deferred revenue, cost allocation, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis as part of the month-end close. Support financial statement preparation and external audits, while improving accounting processes, systems, and controls during the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite and collaborating with teams across the organization.

Job details

Our client, a rapidly growing technology company, is looking for a motivated and adaptable Senior Accountant to join their expanding finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly designated CPA or a candidate in the final stages of their CPA designation with 3+ years of accounting experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy tackling challenges, and are eager to contribute to process improvements and system enhancements, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As the company continues to grow, you will play a key role in managing core accounting functions, improving financial processes, and supporting the transition to new systems. Working closely with the Assistant Controller and partnering with teams across FP&A, Sales, Engineering, and HR, you will help drive efficiency, support strategic decision-making, and contribute to the ongoing success of the organization. This position offers strong career growth potential within an innovative industry leader, providing the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, make a lasting impact, and grow alongside a dynamic and collaborative team. What our client has to offer: Competitive salary Annual bonus component Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) options Comprehensive benefits plan 4 weeks vacation for new hires Opportunity for career growth in a rapidly expanding company Responsibilities: Oversee complex inventory accounting, deferred revenue, and cost allocation methods. Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis during month-end close. Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE. Liaise with external auditors, providing necessary documentation. Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, systems, and controls, with a focus on transitioning from QuickBooks to NetSuite. Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, development, FP&A, and HR. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3+ years of progressive accounting experience. CPA designation or actively pursuing it. Strong technical accounting skills, with experience in complex inventory accounting (especially untraditional service-based models) and deferred revenue. Adaptability and a willingness to embrace change in a rapidly growing company. Proficiency in AI for productive use and efficiency is expected. Experience with NetSuite is a plus but not required Experience from manufacturing industry ideal 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.

What you’ll do

Manage complex inventory accounting, deferred revenue, cost allocation, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis as part of the month-end close. Support financial statement preparation and external audits, while improving accounting processes, systems, and controls during the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite and collaborating with teams across the organization.

Requirements

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, at least three years of progressive accounting experience, and a CPA designation or active progress toward one. Strong technical accounting skills, including complex inventory accounting and deferred revenue, adaptability, and productive use of AI are expected; manufacturing experience is ideal, and NetSuite experience is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan Options
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Four Weeks of Vacation
• Career Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Month-End Close · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Complex Inventory Accounting
• Deferred Revenue
• Cost Allocation
• Journal Entries
• Account Reconciliations
• Variance Analysis
• Month-End Close
• Financial Statement Preparation
• ASPE
• External Audit Coordination
• Accounting Process Improvement
• Accounting Systems and Controls
• NetSuite
• QuickBooks
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• AI Productivity Tools

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Technology

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