General Accountant
The General Accountant manages full-cycle accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance and month-end closing. They are also responsible for account reconciliations, accounts receivable collections, and processing government remittances.
- On-site
- Burlington, ON
- Posted Jul 26, 2026
- Apply by Aug 22, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Robertson Inc. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. General Accountant Job Posting We are seeking a qualified and motivated General Accountant to join our team on a temporary full-time basis to cover a maternity leave. This contract is expected to begin August 2026 and continue until approximately December 2027 with the possibility of extension based on business needs. Salary Range: $CA 65,000 - $CA 70,000 Qualifications Minimum 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience in a Canadian business environment. College diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA designation. Strong understanding and practical application of accounting principles and theory. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills. Experience working with ERP systems; experience with Epicor Kinetic is considered an asset. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance, the General Accountant will be responsible for a wide range of full-cycle accounting activities. Key Responsibilities Maintain accurate general ledger accounts. Perform month-end closing activities and assist the VP Finance in preparing monthly financial reporting packages. Prepare account reconciliations. Maintain customer master data and manage accounts receivable collections. Process and submit government remittances, including GST/HST, QST and etc. Support year-end closing activities and assist with internal audits as required. Provide support in other areas as needed. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
What you’ll do
The General Accountant manages full-cycle accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance and month-end closing. They are also responsible for account reconciliations, accounts receivable collections, and processing government remittances.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience in Canada and a degree or diploma in accounting or finance. A CPA designation or active pursuit of one is required, along with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
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- Full-cycle Accounting
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Month-end Closing
- Account Reconciliation
- Accounts Receivable
- Government Remittances
- ERP Systems
- Epicor Kinetic
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Reporting
- Internal Audits
- Time Management
Job areas
- Finance & Accounting
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 22, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
