Location: Ottawa, ON
Position: Full-Time
Company: CFT Recycling

About Us:

At CFT Recycling, we’re a locally owned leader in scrap metal recycling, dedicated to building a cleaner, greener future. Our team works together to provide exceptional recycling services while upholding the highest standards of safety, customer service, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for motivated individuals to join us and make a meaningful impact in the recycling industry.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee core financial operations, payroll, month-end close, and reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all financial processes while supporting management with meaningful analysis to drive business performance.

This is a hybrid position, with three days in the office and two days working remotely each week. The wage range for this role is $70,000 – $80,000 annually, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and submit payroll, including payroll reporting and account reconciliations.
• Allocate group benefits, insurance, and fuel expenses in QuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Perform full month-end close activities, including account reconciliations (bank, assets, leases, payroll, prepaid expenses, and intercompany loans).
• Manage tax filings and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including timely WSIB submissions and reconciliations.
• Oversee inventory reconciliation, monthly purchases, and asset depreciation schedules.
• Manage intercompany transactions including sales, expense recharges, and COGS.
• Monitor daily cash flow and oversee sales reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly financial reports on sales, profitability, and overdue accounts.
• Maintain internal controls, ensure accurate financial documentation, and support ad hoc reporting and special projects for management.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of professional accounting experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
• CPA designation in progress or equivalent international CPA strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Candidates will be required to complete an Excel assessment as part of the hiring process..
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks Online is preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and maintaining internal financial controls.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and purchase order processes is considered an asset.

Why Work With Us:

• Group benefits plan – includes medical, dental & vision care
• Annual boot allowance
• Hiring referral bonuses – $250 for each successful hire you recommend
• Growth opportunities in a sustainability-driven company
• Make a real impact on your community and the environment