Job Description

Markham, ON On-site $65,000 $75,000 Profit sharing program Full benefits

A well-established, profitable Canadian manufacturer with over 50 years in business is looking for a reliable, detail-driven accounting professional to join a tight-knit Markham office. Part of a larger, well-resourced corporate group, this company punches above its weight in terms of the support, infrastructure, and finance expertise available to whoever sits in this seat. This is a role with real ownership, real variety, and the kind of stability that is increasingly hard to find.

The Culture

This is a 10-person office (100 total with plant) inside a company that has been operating for over 50 years. People here do not job-hop. The environment is collaborative, friendly, and built on genuine relationships. You will have your own private office, the active support of a knowledgeable finance team, and a GM who is present and accessible day-to-day. The company's values are not a poster on the wall. They show up in how people treat each other every day: be persistent, be respectful, be informed, be dependable, and always be looking for excellence.

What You Will Be Doing

Own the full bi-weekly payroll cycle end-to-end for a workforce of approximately 100 employees across hourly and salaried pay groups Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor relations and customer collections Reconcile balance sheet accounts and support month-end and year-end close Monitor bank balances and prepare management reports on customers, sales, and purchases Coordinate documentation for the annual external audit Report on group health, RRSP, WSIB, and HST; act as backup administrator for benefits and RRSP programs Maintain bookkeeping for a related holding company (minimal activity) Assist with an upcoming accounting system migration to Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

Qualifications

3 + years of hands-on accounting experience, including full-cycle payroll Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field Experience with QuickBooks Online or a comparable accounting system Payroll platform experience (PayWorks knowledge is an asset; similar platforms considered) Strong Excel skills and comfort with the MS Office suite Someone who works independently, stays on top of things without being reminded, and has the confidence to flag something that does not look right A communicator who is clear, professional, and easy to work with across all levels of the organization Someone who genuinely takes pride in accuracy and getting things done the right way

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Standalone ownership with a full team behind you

You are the accounting lead on the ground in Markham, but you are never on your own. A full finance team at the parent company, including a Controller and Assistant Controller, is actively available to support, guide, and collaborate. You get the autonomy of a standalone role with the safety net of a much larger organization.

A company that actually looks after its people

Profit sharing, full benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a culture where people stay for decades. This is not a revolving door. People build careers here and the company's track record backs that up, including one of their top five revenue years ever in a challenging market year.

Room to grow if you want it

Do great work here and doors open. The parent company is actively growing and has a track record of recognizing talent across the group. For the right person, this is a starting point, not a ceiling.

PACKAGE + SPECS:

Base salary $65,000 to $75,000 depending on experience Profit sharing program (after 1 year of service) Health and dental coverage with extended health care Employee Assistance Program Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Private office, fully on-site in Markham