Senior Financial Reporting Advisor (CPA)

Original job posting

Conduct complex accounting research and analysis, resolve accounting issues, and prepare schedules and documentation for quarterly and annual financial filings. Support close activities, contract reviews, process improvements, and special projects while ensuring compliance with internal controls, governance requirements, and SOX standards.

Job details

Accounting Analyst III (CPA) Location: North York, ON (Hybrid) Work Model: Hybrid - On-site Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Contract Duration: October 2026 - October 2027 Schedule: Monday to Friday, Core Business Hours Pay Rate: Up to $50/hour + 4% vacation pay About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Advisor, Financial Reporting to support a large enterprise finance team in a complex and fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a CPA-designated accounting professional with strong financial reporting, accounting research, and analytical expertise. You will play a key role in resolving accounting issues, supporting external financial reporting requirements, and providing technical accounting guidance across multiple business functions. Key Responsibilities Perform complex accounting analysis and accounting research. Prepare reporting schedules supporting quarterly and annual financial filings. Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting issues while ensuring accurate financial reporting. Support contract reviews by assessing potential accounting implications. Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities. Prepare and communicate accounting analyses and recommendations to management. Develop accounting memos and supporting documentation. Lead and support process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency. Support ad hoc financial projects and special assignments. Ensure compliance with internal controls, governance requirements, and SOX standards. Maintain working knowledge of US GAAP requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. CPA designation (required). Minimum 4 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience. Strong experience preparing and analyzing financial reports. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to senior leadership. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Oracle, SAP, and Hyperion SmartView. Working knowledge of US GAAP. Experience in external financial reporting. Public accounting experience. Experience within energy, utilities, or highly regulated industries. What You'll Bring Strong technical accounting knowledge. Excellent stakeholder management skills. High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability. Process improvement mindset with a focus on continuous enhancement. Ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear business recommendations. Must-Have Requirements ✅ CPA Designation ✅ Financial Reporting Experience ✅ Accounting Research & Analysis Experience ✅ 4+ Years of Relevant Accounting Experience ✅ Experience Working with Complex Financial Reporting Requirements Interested candidates should have the required CPA designation and demonstrated experience in financial reporting and technical accounting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a large-scale finance organization while working in a collaborative hybrid environment. Use AI for Hiring: Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications. Why Kelly? At Kelly®, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive—both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!

What you’ll do

Conduct complex accounting research and analysis, resolve accounting issues, and prepare schedules and documentation for quarterly and annual financial filings. Support close activities, contract reviews, process improvements, and special projects while ensuring compliance with internal controls, governance requirements, and SOX standards.

Requirements

A CPA designation, a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field, and at least four years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience are required. Candidates should have strong technical accounting, analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with experience handling complex reporting requirements; familiarity with US GAAP is also expected.

Benefits

• Vacation Pay

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Month-End Close · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial Reporting
• Technical Accounting
• Accounting Research
• Accounting Analysis
• US GAAP
• External Financial Reporting
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Month-End Close
• Quarter-End Close
• Contract Review
• Process Improvement
• Internal Controls
• SOX Compliance
• Stakeholder Management
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• CPA

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Energy
• Data & Analytics