9 results for Jr Accountant in Burlington, ON

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
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Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a global industrial organization in Mississauga, Ontario. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, delivering reliable reporting, and supporting strong compliance practices across daily accounting activities. The successful candidate will contribute hands-on expertise across the full accounting cycle while helping improve financial processes and internal controls. Responsibilities:• Lead daily accounting activities by preparing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, and coordinating month-end and year-end close requirements.• Produce monthly financial results, including reconciliations, reporting packages, and clear explanations of budget-to-actual variances for leadership review.• Direct accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows to promote timely processing, accurate recording, and adherence to company policies.• Administer payroll activities in line with applicable legislative requirements and established reporting deadlines.• Partner with external auditors and public accounting professionals by organizing supporting documentation and assisting with annual financial statement preparation.• Monitor compliance with relevant federal and provincial regulations, tax obligations, and financial reporting standards applicable locally.• Prepare requested financial analyses and custom reports to support operational and strategic decision-making by senior management.• Strengthen internal financial controls by reviewing existing practices, addressing risk areas, and recommending corrective actions where needed.• Reconcile intercompany balances and maintain complete supporting records to ensure transactions are properly documented and resolved.• Support accurate indirect tax filings and ensure transactions receive appropriate tax treatment across accounting activities.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Toronto, ON
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Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
Our client a growing consulting firm operating across Canada and the U.S. has a current opening for a Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial operations, with a focus on expense management, budgeting, cross-border compliance, and supervising junior staff.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review and approve employee expenses (Canada/U.S.), ensuring policy and tax compliance (CRA/IRS); investigate discrepancies and analyze trends</li><li>Partner with department leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis; provide actionable insights and flag overruns</li><li>Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, including work review, task prioritization, and ongoing coaching</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close (journal entries, reconciliations, intercompany, fixed assets)</li><li>Assist with audits and preparation of financial statements under US GAAP and ASPE/IFRS</li><li>Ensure compliance with cross-border tax rules (HST/GST, PST, sales tax) and coordinate with external advisors</li><li>Drive process improvements and optimize ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics Business Central)</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

North York, ON
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Permanent
85000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing, entrepreneurial Ontario-based business to hire a Senior Accountant. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will step into a highly visible role with broad exposure across accounting, finance, operations, and business strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys going beyond the debits and credits – working closely with leadership, driving process improvements, and helping shape the future direction of the finance function. What You'll Be Doing· Lead month-end and year-end close activities· Prepare and review financial statements, cash flow reporting, budgets, and forecasts· Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to support business decisions· Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, reconciliations, and payroll oversight· Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-term financial planning· Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements· Develop and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial processes· Drive process improvement and digital transformation initiatives across the finance function· Partner with senior leadership on strategic projects, business planning, and operational decision-making· Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting team members
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Kitchener, ON
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Contract / Temporary
40 - 50 CAD / Hourly
Senior Accountant Job OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support key accounting operations and help ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This role will play a critical part in month-end close, project accounting, reconciliations, audit support, tax preparation, and cross-functional financial analysis. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. This is a hybrid working arrangement, with 2-3 days required onsite in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review vendor invoices for accuracy, proper general ledger coding, and timely payment approval.</li><li>Review journal entries and provide day-to-day accounting guidance to the Accounts Payable and General Accounting teams.</li><li>Oversee project accounting activities, including project setup, tracking, budget-to-actual analysis, revenue recognition, billing, and closeout.</li><li>Partner with Project Management to gather monthly project updates and lead project review meetings.</li><li>Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and support the month-end and year-end close process.</li><li>Reconcile intercompany accounts and resolve discrepancies with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare tax filings and supporting schedules for review.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, monthly reporting, financial analysis, and ad hoc reporting needs.</li><li>Support SOX compliance, external and statutory audits, and government audit requests.</li><li>Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide accounting support across regions and business units.</li><li>Recommend and support process improvements to strengthen controls and improve efficiency.</li></ul>
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
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Permanent
95000 - 105000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our client's team, reporting directly to the Controller. This role will support both corporate and project accounting functions and play a key role in month-end processes, financial reporting, and operational support across multiple entities.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple entities</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and reconcile fixed assets and depreciation schedules</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting and related reconciliations</li><li>Prepare and file HST returns</li><li>Support project accounting activities, including:</li><li>Monitoring project budgets</li><li>Performing variance analysis</li><li>Reviewing and analyzing project costs</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support financial reporting and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies</li></ul>
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

GL Accountant

Toronto, ON
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Contract / Temporary
25 - 28 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented GL Accountant to join a services team in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will support the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger while contributing to timely financial reporting and month-end activities. This opportunity is well suited to someone who is comfortable working within established accounting processes, enjoys investigating discrepancies, and can communicate clearly with internal stakeholders. You will play an important part in maintaining reliable financial records and helping the team meet reporting deadlines. Responsibilities: • Respond to routine accounting inquiries and provide clear explanations related to financial reports, balances, and general ledger activity. • Prepare core financial documents, including income statements, balance sheets, and supporting reports used for internal review and reporting purposes. • Review journal entries and account classifications to confirm transactions are recorded correctly and in accordance with accounting standards. • Analyze account variances, identify unusual trends or discrepancies, and recommend appropriate treatment for reserves, assets, and operating costs. • Maintain billing records and reconcile accounts receivable activity for a portfolio of small to mid-sized client accounts. • Complete month-end close tasks by preparing entries, resolving exceptions, and posting accurate updates to the general ledger. • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and verify that transactions flowing from subledgers are transferred completely and accurately. • Examine financial records and statements to ensure compliance with established accounting principles, internal controls, and reporting requirements.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

North York, ON
onsite
Permanent
95000 - 115000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half Canada is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing organization seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to support a complex, multi-entity environment. This role is ideal for a tax professional with strong experience in Canadian corporate tax compliance, partnership filings, indirect tax, tax planning, and general accounting. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing tax obligations, supporting advisory initiatives, coordinating with external advisors, and contributing to broader finance and reporting functions. Key ResponsibilitiesTax Compliance<ul><li>Review T2 corporate income tax returns for multiple entities, including supporting schedules such as Schedule 1 reconciliations, Schedule 8 CCA/UCC, Schedule 50, and other related filings.</li><li>Review T5013 partnership returns and partner slips for limited partnership structures.</li><li>Manage foreign reporting requirements, including T1135 Foreign Income Verification Statements for entities with offshore fund investments.</li><li>Prepare EIFEL calculations and Schedule 130 filings and coordinate member notifications for impacted partnerships.</li><li>Review and file GST/HST returns, including prior-period adjustments and rebate claims, with a focus on rules related to residential construction and development activities.</li><li>Monitor tax filing calendars, instalments, and deadlines across all entities to ensure timely remittances and assessment follow-up.</li></ul>Tax Planning & Advisory<ul><li>Support tax planning initiatives related to development structures, intercompany financing, and transactional matters.</li><li>Assist with tax analysis involving inter-corporate dividends, Part IV tax, section 55(2), RDTOH, and shareholder loan considerations.</li><li>Advise on the tax treatment of capital cost allowance, terminal losses, recapture, and asset dispositions.</li><li>Research and document tax positions related to partnership loss allocations and at-risk rules for limited partners.</li><li>Liaise with external tax advisors and legal counsel on complex tax matters and transaction structuring.</li></ul> Audit, CRA & Controls<ul><li>Act as a primary contact for the Canada Revenue Agency in connection with the organization’s entities.</li><li>Respond to CRA queries, reviews, and audits by preparing supporting documentation, reconciliations, and technical analysis.</li><li>Maintain well-organized, audit-ready tax files and documentation supporting tax filings and positions taken.</li><li>Identify and recommend improvements to tax processes, controls, and compliance tracking.</li></ul>General Accounting<ul><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations across multiple entities.</li><li>Prepare working papers and assist with the annual external audit or review process.</li><li>Contribute to financial statement preparation and internal management reporting.</li><li>Help strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and finance policies.</li><li>Provide guidance to junior accounting staff and review work as needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Tax Manager

Toronto, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000 - 160000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half Canada is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Tax Manager. This role is responsible for leading tax planning, compliance, reporting, and risk management activities while supporting broader finance and business objectives. The position works closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to help ensure tax matters are managed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable regulations.This opportunity is suited to a tax professional with strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and experience operating in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead corporate tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities across the organization.</li><li>Oversee the preparation and review of tax filings, provisions, and supporting documentation to help ensure accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Monitor changes in tax legislation, assess potential impacts, and provide practical guidance to business and finance leaders.</li><li>Support tax accounting matters, including year-end and quarterly reporting requirements.</li><li>Partner with internal finance, accounting, legal, and business teams to address tax-related issues and support operational initiatives.</li><li>Manage relationships with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities as needed.</li><li>Identify tax risks, recommend process improvements, and support the development of effective internal controls.</li><li>Contribute to audits, reviews, and special projects related to corporate tax, indirect tax, transfer pricing, or cross-border matters, where applicable.</li><li>Prepare clear summaries, recommendations, and presentations for leadership on tax matters and related business impacts.</li><li>Support the continuous improvement of tax processes, documentation standards, and reporting workflows.</li></ul>
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Stoney Creek, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Hybrid Work Environment | Publicly Traded Company | Career Growth Opportunity for Big 4/Big 6 CPA's in Industry Robert Half is partnering with a large public company in Hamilton, ON company to recruit a Senior Accountant for its growing finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for an accounting professional who is looking to accelerate their career within a large, publicly traded organization known for promoting talent from within. You'll gain exposure to a sophisticated accounting environment, work alongside a team of high-performing finance professionals, and have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with other motivated CPA and CPA-track professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for new Big 4/Big 6 CPA's looking to jump to industry before busy season. Why Join?<ul><li>Opportunity to build your career with a large, publicly traded organization</li><li>Exposure to a dynamic and complex accounting environment, including US GAAP and SOX compliance</li><li>Strong potential for career advancement as the company continues to grow</li><li>Hybrid work model (2 days onsite) that supports flexibility and work-life balance</li><li>Collaborative team environment with talented accounting and finance professionals</li><li>Opportunity to work alongside like-minded CPAs and CPA candidates committed to professional growth</li><li>Stable, established organization with a portfolio of recognized brands across North America</li><li>Strong work/life balance</li></ul>The OpportunityAs a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in the month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information while supporting a fast-paced and growing business. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Take ownership of assigned general ledger accounts and ensure compliance with US GAAP.</li><li>Perform month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries and supporting documentation.</li><li>Reconcile and maintain assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.</li><li>Prepare, upload, and maintain accounting entries and supporting workpapers.</li><li>Document and maintain internal controls related to assigned responsibilities.</li><li>Partner with accounting, finance, and operational teams to provide accurate and timely financial information.</li><li>Analyze financial data and investigate variances as required.</li><li>Assist with process improvements and special projects.</li><li>Support a collaborative team environment focused on continuous learning and development.</li></ul>
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z