14 Results for Senior Accountant Financial Services Jobs in Brantford, ON

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Senior Accountant

Kitchener, ON
remote
Permanent
85000.00 - 95000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team, assisting in maintaining the integrity of accounting information and systems, in accordance with the standard and rules under GAAP, as well as other regulatory bodies. You'll have these opportunities to reconcile, analyze and synthesize financial data from business operations. They play active role in preparation of public financial statements and other regulatory reports. Responsibilities:� Manage monthly, quarterly and year-end financial closes including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations and accruals� Perform monthly review of financials to assess accuracy/completeness and variance analysis� Focused on revenue recognition, cut-off, contract maintenance, contract amortization/deferred revenue� Prepare audit schedules and quarterly consolidated financial statements to facilitate engagements with external auditors to ensure timely close� Assist in the development annual budgets and prepare variance analysis for management team� Ensure adherence to accounting principles and company policies� Responsible for timely and accurate ad-hoc reports as needed
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Guelph, ON
remote
Permanent
78000.00 - 95000.00 CAD / Yearly
On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a growing team in Guelph, ON. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to meaningfully contribute and collaborate closely with colleagues. The organization values initiative and supports ongoing career growth within a supportive work environment. Job Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare compilation and review engagements for a diverse client base.</li><li>Lead and execute audit assignments, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Complete and review tax filings for corporations, trusts, and individuals.</li><li>Supervise engagement teams and oversee related tax processes.</li><li>Identify and resolve issues that arise during engagements.</li><li>Support year-end financial planning activities.</li><li>Mentor and train junior staff to support their development.</li><li>Foster productive working relationships within the team and with clients.</li><li>Contribute to practice improvement and professional development initiatives.</li><li>Participate in activities that support business growth.</li></ul>Job Requirements:<ul><li>Hold a CPA designation or be in progress of your CPA designation.</li><li>Demonstrate at least 3 years of experience in public practice accounting.</li><li>Exhibit a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.</li><li>Display effective interpersonal and organizational skills.</li><li>Show interest in managing and developing team members.</li><li>Manage multiple deliverables while meeting time and budget expectations.</li><li>Apply analytical and problem-solving abilities to complex situations.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
remote
Temporary
35.00 - 37.00 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant with hands-on experience working in a shared services environment to join a pharmaceutical organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a contract basis. In this role, you will take ownership of key accounting activities, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and contribute to a disciplined month-end close process. You will serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams, coordinating the resolution of accounting issues, strengthening collaboration, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as a key liaison between corporate finance, shared services, and local business teams to address accounting inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure alignment on deliverables and reporting expectations.</li><li>Investigate accounting discrepancies and processing issues, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with the appropriate teams through to resolution.</li><li>Lead core month-end accounting activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting packages for corporate finance.</li><li>Manage the full close cycle for assigned entities, coordinating shared services inputs and ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is complete, accurate, and compliant with reporting requirements.</li><li>Review work and financial information provided by shared services, address gaps or errors, and follow up on outstanding items to support a timely and accurate close.</li><li>Assess intercompany billings to confirm correct coding, reasonableness, and allocation across business units and profit centres, working with corporate and shared services teams to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Collaborate with FP&A to analyze differences between actual results and budget or forecast and provide meaningful explanations for cost centre variances.</li><li>Perform detailed account and cost analysis to support decision-making, highlight trends, and improve financial visibility.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows, handoffs, and communication between teams, and help implement practical improvements that reduce errors, rework, and delays.</li><li>Maintain adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies while strengthening process documentation and clarifying responsibilities across teams.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with tax-related financial requests.</li><li>Apply sound judgment to prioritize deliverables, take ownership of issue resolution, and escalate matters appropriately.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
remote
Permanent
100000.00 - 110000.00 CAD / Yearly
Senior Accountant📍 Mississauga, ON (100% Onsite) Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team and play a key role in financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, and business partnering. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA or CPA-track professional looking to make an impact in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. What You'll Do<ul><li>Own fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, reconciliations, and physical inventory reviews.</li><li>Manage lease accounting and ensure compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Lead reporting, forecasting, and analysis for capital assets and CapEx.</li><li>Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.</li><li>Support audit, tax, and sales tax compliance activities for Canadian entities.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and support key business decisions.</li><li>Collaborate with Accounting, AP, AR, and FP&A teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Drive process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives across finance.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Services Manager

Waterloo, ON
remote
Permanent
85000.00 - 10000.00 CAD / Yearly
On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Services Manager in Waterloo, ON. This on-site position offers the opportunity to oversee a team and manage a portfolio of client accounting and tax services. The role calls for leadership in technical accounting, workflow management, and client service delivery within a collaborative environment. Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Supervise and mentor a team of staff accountants, providing coaching and technical guidance as needed.</li><li>Oversee the review and completion of corporate year-end engagements and corporate tax returns.</li><li>Collaborate with the VP to review personal tax returns and ensure compliance standards are met.</li><li>Act as the main technical resource for the accounting team, supporting research and complex tax matters.</li><li>Manage and maintain accounting and tax software platforms, coordinating updates and team training.</li><li>Direct the delegation, execution, and review of client projects to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer bookkeeping, financial reporting, and preparation of management reports for a range of clients.</li><li>Oversee HST filings, remittances, and the preparation and submission of T4 and T5 forms.</li><li>Provide tax planning, estimates, and manage the preparation and filing of T1 and T2 tax returns.</li><li>Maintain ongoing communication with clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring a high level of service.</li></ul> Job Requirements <ul><li>Experience in tax preparation and review for both corporations and individuals.</li><li>Background in public accounting considered an asset.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software, including in-house systems, QBO, and desktop applications.</li><li>Advanced skills in Excel, including spreadsheet management, pivot tables, and V-Lookups.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities during peak seasons, particularly January through June.</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills for managing client relationships and team responsibilities.</li><li>Capacity to identify opportunities for process improvement and enhance client service delivery.</li><li>Openness to candidates with varied educational backgrounds.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Mississauga,, ON
remote
Permanent
50000.00 - 75000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a public accounting team in Mississauga, Ontario. This position is suited to someone who brings hands-on experience in Canadian public practice and is comfortable handling bookkeeping, tax preparation, and year-end accounting work with minimal day-to-day direction. The successful candidate will support a range of client files while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and delivering dependable financial reporting and compliance support. Responsibilities: � Manage complete bookkeeping activities for client accounts, including maintaining accurate financial records and processing routine transactions. � Perform regular reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts to ensure balances are accurate and discrepancies are resolved promptly. � Prepare T1 personal income tax returns with attention to current tax rules and supporting documentation requirements. � Complete T2 corporate tax filings for a variety of clients in accordance with Canadian tax regulations and reporting timelines. � Assemble year-end working paper files and assist in producing financial statements that are organized, accurate, and ready for review. � Support indirect tax and regulatory filing obligations, including sales tax submissions and related compliance requirements. � Use QuickBooks and Canadian tax software to maintain client records, prepare filings, and streamline file completion. � Work independently across ongoing bookkeeping and tax assignments while managing multiple deadlines in a public accounting environment.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

Guelph, ON
remote
Permanent
85000.00 - 97500.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. Reporting into finance leadership, this role will serve as a key business partner responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, financial modelling, and strategic decision support. Working closely with operational and commercial leaders, the successful candidate will provide meaningful insights that drive profitability, support business growth, and enhance decision-making across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Financial Analysis & Reporting� Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting, analysis, and commentary on business performance, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and profitability.� Analyze financial and operational results, identify key trends and business drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance.� Develop financial models, business cases, and profitability analyses to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.� Conduct customer, product, and business-unit profitability analysis to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement.� Perform cost and variance analysis, including the evaluation of standard costs and key operational metrics.� Support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting, financial modelling, and business analysis. Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning� Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities.� Partner with department leaders to develop, maintain, and refine financial plans and performance targets.� Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and communicate risks, opportunities, and recommendations.� Support long-range planning initiatives and provide insight into future business performance.� Present forecasts, financial results, and key findings to leadership teams. Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement� Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and commercial leaders across the organization.� Provide financial analysis and decision support to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business performance.� Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on process improvements, reporting enhancements, and business transformation projects.� Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting effectiveness, and financial processes.� Assist with the implementation and optimization of financial systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence solutions.� Collaborate closely with Accounting and other corporate functions to ensure alignment of financial objectives and reporting requirements.
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Etobicoke, ON
remote
Temporary
30.00 - 33.00 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a finance team in Etobicoke, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position plays a key role in delivering accurate payroll processing for a unionized workforce while supporting reporting, reconciliations, budgeting, and year-end financial activities. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, HR, Operations, and external partners to maintain payroll integrity, respond to employee enquiries, and strengthen payroll controls and documentation. Responsibilities:• Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 250 employees within a complex and unionized environment, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and deadlines are consistently met.• Review payroll results and complete reconciliations for remittances, deductions, benefits, pension-related items, and other statutory and non-statutory obligations.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, support general ledger balancing, and contribute to compensation schedules used for budgeting and management reporting.• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including tax slips, government reporting, pension submissions, and other required filings.• Produce payroll analysis and financial reporting such as overtime trends, labour cost fluctuations, vacation liability, benefits costs, and budget-to-actual comparisons.• Support payroll system enhancements by participating in testing, validation, issue resolution, and parallel payroll activities during system or process changes.• Maintain payroll procedures and documentation, assist with knowledge sharing across the finance team, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.• Respond to payroll and benefits questions from employees and collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to support efficient payroll operations.• Assist with ad hoc reporting, statistical analysis, staff meetings, training activities, and compliance with workplace safety and organizational policies
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant- Tax

Fonthill, ON
remote
Permanent
65000.00 - 85000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are partnering with a growing public accounting firm looking to add a Senior Tax Accountant / Senior Tax Preparer to its expanding tax team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in personal and corporate tax preparation who is looking to take the next step in their career. Working directly alongside an experienced Tax Partner and Tax Manager, you will gain exposure to increasingly complex tax matters, including estate planning, corporate reorganizations, succession planning, and cross-border taxation. Prepare and review personal (T1), corporate (T2), and trust (T3) income tax returns, including more complex filings. Support personal tax season activities, including ongoing T1 filings and adjustments throughout the year. Assist with trust and estate tax filings, particularly during the March filing season and throughout the year. Prepare corporate tax returns for a variety of clients, including complex corporate groups. Assist with corporate reorganizations, restructurings, and tax planning engagements. Respond to CRA inquiries, reviews, reassessments, and correspondence on behalf of clients. Support clients with foreign income reporting, cross-border tax considerations, and dual-citizenship tax matters. Assist with HST filings, rebates, and related tax matters. Support capital gains calculations and other complex personal and corporate tax situations. Collaborate with the Tax Partner and Tax Manager on client engagements, planning opportunities, and technical tax questions. Participate in weekly team meetings to review priorities, upcoming deadlines, and workload. Potentially support compilation engagements depending on experience, interests, and the firm's needs.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Milton, ON
remote
Permanent
100000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
Accounting Manager Are you a CPA (or CPA-track) professional who thrives in a fast-paced sales and service environment and enjoys owning the financial processes that keep a business running efficiently?Our client is seeking a hands-on accounting leader to take ownership of financial reporting, cash management, reconciliations, and operational accounting. This highly visible role will partner closely with Sales, Service, Collections, Operations, and senior leadership to ensure strong financial controls, optimize working capital, and support business growth. What You'll Own<ul><li>Lead the full month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, accruals, foreign exchange transactions, and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Own balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and multi-entity financial activities, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Manage daily treasury and cash management functions, including cash positioning, cash flow forecasting, borrowing requirements, liquidity management, bank relationships, and foreign currency exposure.</li><li>Monitor working capital performance, supporting collections, receivables management, cash conversion initiatives, and process improvements across the business.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reporting packages, cash flow reporting, profitability analysis, and operational performance metrics.</li><li>Partner closely with Sales and Service leadership to evaluate business performance, customer profitability, revenue trends, and operational initiatives.</li><li>Support revenue recognition, deferred revenue accounting, warranty reserves, and transactional review within a high-volume commercial environment.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, internal controls, reconciliations, reporting accuracy, and financial systems.</li><li>Coordinate audit, tax, banking, compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements while maintaining strong governance and financial controls.</li><li>Mentor and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused finance culture.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Kitchener, ON
remote
Permanent
80000.00 - 90000.00 CAD / Yearly
On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Manager based in Kitchener, ON. This remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team within a technology-focused environment. The successful candidate will oversee core accounting operations and play a key role in financial management and reporting. Job Responsibilities <ul><li>Oversee daily accounting, payroll, and administrative processes for the organization and its subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.</li><li>Process and record financial transactions, including invoices, vendor payments, receipts, and journal entries.</li><li>Maintain and monitor accounts receivable, following up with clients on outstanding balances as needed.</li><li>Review and approve employee expense reports, ensuring accurate and timely reimbursement through payroll systems.</li><li>Manage and verify corporate credit card transactions, including those for subsidiaries, and ensure prompt payment.</li><li>Supervise daily banking activities, ensuring all transactions are reconciled and accurately documented.</li><li>Lead the month-end close process, posting necessary adjustments and preparing balance sheet reconciliations with the finance team.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements by identifying and resolving discrepancies across all entities.</li><li>Support annual audit preparation and contribute to the development of the annual business plan.</li><li>Coordinate financial controls and reporting for order cycles, manage inventory transaction flows, and support sales administration tasks.</li><li>Prepare recurring compliance filings and assist with applications and claims for government programs.</li><li>Manage the shared finance inbox and perform additional administrative duties as required.</li></ul> Job Requirements <ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting role with a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.</li><li>Post-secondary education in accounting or a business-related program.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks from initiation to completion.</li><li>Proficiency in standard office software and accounting platforms such as Xero and QuickBooks, along with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Strong organizational and time management abilities, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Effective communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.</li><li>Adaptability and flexibility in responding to shifting priorities and evolving routines.</li><li>Proven problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement in accounting processes.</li></ul>
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Mississauga, ON
remote
Permanent
55000.00 - 63000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Mississauga, Ontario. This position supports day-to-day financial operations by handling payables, maintaining accurate transaction records, and assisting with reconciliations and reporting. The successful candidate will contribute to smooth accounting processes while working closely with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial information. Responsibilities: � Manage the full cycle of vendor invoice administration, including entry, verification, and preparation of payments. � Process employee expense submissions through Concur and confirm compliance with company guidelines. � Maintain accurate records of banking activity, such as deposits, withdrawals, and corporate credit card transactions. � Examine freight, courier, and shipping invoices to ensure charges are properly documented and coded. � Assist with accounts payable reconciliations and provide support for routine accounting activities across the department. � Contribute to reporting and analysis by reviewing shipment-related costs and matching invoicing details between payables and receivables. � Work within Epicor to complete accounting tasks and adapt to updated system tools and workflows. � Support the implementation and day-to-day use of automation and AI-enabled accounting processes within the team.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Manager, Governance, Risk, and Audit

Guelph, ON
remote
Permanent
115000.00 - 130000.00 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Manager, Governance, Risk and Audit to lead and enhance its governance, enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal audit programs.Reporting to the CFO and working closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee, this role will establish and oversee frameworks that strengthen accountability, internal controls, risk management, and organizational effectiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance, audit, risk, or compliance professional who enjoys building programs, driving improvement, and partnering with senior leaders.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESGovernance, Risk and Internal Audit<ul><li>Develop and execute a risk-based governance and internal audit plan aligned with organizational priorities.</li><li>Design and maintain governance, enterprise risk management, and internal audit frameworks.</li><li>Lead reviews across operational, financial, compliance, technology, cybersecurity, procurement, and corporate functions.</li><li>Assess internal controls, policies, governance practices, and risk mitigation strategies, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Provide practical recommendations that strengthen controls, compliance, and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Assess emerging risks, support enterprise risk management initiatives, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.</li><li>Provide independent assurance and advisory support to executive leadership and governance committees.</li></ul>Executive and Board Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and present audit plans, risk assessments, governance reports, and status updates to senior leadership and Board committees.</li><li>Communicate significant risks, control weaknesses, governance concerns, and compliance matters.</li><li>Develop executive briefing materials and strategic recommendations.</li><li>Support ongoing enhancement of governance and oversight practices.</li></ul>External Audit and Regulatory Readiness<ul><li>Serve as the primary contact for external audits, reviews, examinations, and regulatory engagements.</li><li>Lead audit readiness activities and ensure documentation, policies, controls, and records are maintained.</li><li>Coordinate information requests, management responses, interviews, documentation reviews, and remediation activities.</li><li>Prepare reporting on audit progress, findings, risks, and corrective actions.</li></ul>Advisory and Special Projects<ul><li>Provide advisory support for strategic initiatives, business transformations, and process improvement projects.</li><li>Support governance modernization, policy development, and control enhancement initiatives.</li></ul>Leadership Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop team members.</li><li>Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Manage departmental priorities, resources, and work plans.</li><li>Promote enterprise-wide awareness of governance, risk management, compliance, and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Waterloo, ON
remote
Permanent
75000.00 - 85000.00 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in Waterloo, Ontario and provide reliable financial insight that supports sound production and purchasing decisions. This position focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, reviewing operational variances, and delivering timely reporting that helps leaders understand plant performance. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen cost controls, improve data accuracy, and contribute to budgeting and ongoing efficiency initiatives. Responsibilities: � Maintain standard cost information by reviewing historical data, validating assumptions, and updating costing records to reflect current operating conditions. � Refresh raw material cost standards on a regular monthly cycle using forecast information supplied by the purchasing team. � Verify that production recipes and process specifications reflect accurate run rates and labour assumptions for costing purposes. � Investigate purchasing and material usage variances to identify discrepancies and keep bills of material and standard costs aligned with actual operations. � Prepare cost models for new items, product changes, and initiatives aimed at reducing manufacturing spend. � Collaborate with Purchasing, Research and Development, and Manufacturing to support cost approvals, track labour-related variances, and assess financial results after product launches. � Produce recurring operational finance reports covering areas such as purchase price variance, labour performance, yield, inventory movements, production volumes, and overhead spending. � Reconcile income statement activity by reviewing variance-related transactions and correcting inconsistencies where required. � Analyze plant expenses and prepare journal entries related to labour, utilities, and inventory account reconciliations. � Assist with the annual budgeting process and support cost-reduction efforts in partnership with operational finance leadership.
2026-11-07T00:00:00Z

14 results for Senior Accountant Financial Services in Brantford, ON