Search jobs now Find the right job type for you Explore how we help job seekers Contract talent Permanent talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Legal Administrative and Customer Support Technology Risk, Audit and Compliance Finance and Accounting Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience Legal Operations Human Resources 2026 Salary Guide Demand for Skilled Talent Report Building Future-Forward Tech Teams Job Market Outlook Press Room Salary and hiring trends Adaptive working Competitive advantage Work/life balance Inclusion Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Senior Accountant in Charlottetown, PE

Senior Accountant Job Description

A Senior Accountant is a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional responsible for complex accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This role plays a crucial part in the month-end and year-end close processes, performing intricate reconciliations, analyzing financial data, and preparing comprehensive reports. The Senior Accountant often provides guidance to junior staff, assists with audit preparations, and contributes to the implementation of accounting policies and controls. This position demands a strong understanding of accounting principles, advanced proficiency with accounting software, and excellent problem-solving skills. Typically, 3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is essential, and candidates actively pursuing or having completed a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation are highly preferred. Proficiency in Canadian accounting standards (ASPE/IFRS) and relevant tax regulations is a key requirement.

Typical senior accountant duties:

Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards (ASPE/IFRS) and company policies.Assist with the preparation of tax filings and support tax-related inquiries.Support external audit processes by preparing audit schedules and providing necessary documentation.Investigate and resolve complex accounting discrepancies and issues.Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and internal controls.Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff.

Looking for a senior accountant or a senior accountant job?

Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can assist you with your senior accountant staffing needs.
Salary for Senior Accountant in Charlottetown, PE
69388 - 96460
Low
69388
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
82355
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferrable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
96460
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
Projected salaries for related positions Job title Low Mid High Chief Financial Officer 164028 207480 267313 Director of Accounting 117163 133770 159478 Corporate Controller 116935 141733 165393 Controller 104423 128765 156975 Assistant Controller 81900 98963 115798 Accounting Manager 84858 99190 120120 Senior Accountant – Financial Services 86905 109883 117618 Accountant – Financial Services 74848 82128 92138 Accountant 52780 62563 72118 Junior Accountant 45728 50733 55055 Cost Accounting Manager 88953 107608 119665 Senior Cost Accountant 78260 86223 96915 Cost Accountant 57330 69615 82128 Property Accountant 58013 67568 81900 Director of Financial Reporting 118528 139458 162435 Financial Reporting Manager 104195 125808 145373 Senior Financial Reporting Accountant 84403 99190 105788 Financial Reporting Accountant 65975 78260 86450

Explore more salaries

Learn what sets our data apart

Looking to hire? Start here.

Access the skilled permanent and contract talent you need—from support roles to C-suite—with precision matching powered by Robert Half recruiters leveraging their experience combined together with our industry-leading AI technology. Hire talent

More to explore

Our starting salary projections come from a rigorous, multistep process so that our numbers accurately reflect the marketplace. They are based on actual compensation for professionals Robert Half has matched with employers across the country and third-party job posting data from Textkernel that we use to independently validate the salary levels. Starting compensation—pay for someone new to a role—can vary significantly based on a candidate’s skills, experience and certifications, as well as other factors including industry, company size and revenue, and demand for the role. To reflect this variability, we report our salary data in three levels: low, mid and high.