9 results for Mutual Fund Accountant in Kitchener, ON

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>
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 105000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their Finance team. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on job costing, project margin analysis, month-end reporting, and financial process improvement. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Operations, Project Management, Engineering, and other key stakeholders to provide accurate financial information and support business decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Job Costing<ul><li>Maintain accurate job costing and provide timely analysis of project margins, efficiency, and variances.</li><li>Support project reviews and identify opportunities to improve project profitability and margins.</li><li>Assist with quoting and pricing decisions by providing financial analysis and insight.</li><li>Manage annual SR&ED and other government grant applications, acting as the primary point of contact throughout the process.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial and operational KPIs in partnership with the Controller.</li><li>Provide financial insight and analysis to support operational and project-related decision-making.</li></ul>Finance & Accounting<ul><li>Manage the month-end close process and prepare accurate financial reporting, with a target close of approximately five business days.</li><li>Perform day-to-day transactional accounting activities and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.</li><li>Manage job routing and job costing activities to ensure projects are accurately captured and reported.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, government, and customer-mandated requirements.</li><li>Provide oversight of the day-to-day activities of the Finance team.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting, and overall efficiency.</li><li>Support the Controller with financial analysis, reporting, and ad hoc projects as required.</li></ul> Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a project-based manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of job costing, project accounting, margin analysis, and month-end close.</li><li>Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, variance analysis, and general accounting.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP/accounting systems.</li><li>Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related discipline preferred.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Project Management.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a demonstrated ability to identify issues, improve processes, and take ownership.</li></ul>
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 125000 CAD / Yearly
A well-established charitable and community-focused organization is seeking an experienced finance leader to join its team in a newly created leadership opportunity. This role is ideal for a CPA who enjoys balancing team leadership, audit oversight, financial reporting, internal controls, and hands-on operational finance responsibilities. Reporting to the senior finance leader, the Manager, Finance, Audit & Compliance will play a key role in strengthening financial stewardship, supporting organizational accountability, and ensuring strong governance practices across a complex, multi-program environment. This is a hybrid opportunity with periodic travel required within a 50 km radius. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Business Partnership<ul><li>Act as a strategic finance partner to operational and executive leaders, providing financial guidance, analysis, and decision support.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and organizational initiatives through meaningful financial insights.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the organization to improve financial literacy and promote sound financial decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness.</li></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop members of the finance team across accounts payable, general accounting, and related functions.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on accountability, professional development, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support process optimization and scalability within the finance function.</li></ul>Audit, Compliance & Controls<ul><li>Lead the annual external audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Coordinate audit schedules, working papers, financial statement preparation, and year-end reporting requirements.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, governance practices, and financial policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, funding agreements, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.</li><li>Identify financial risks and recommend strategies to strengthen controls and mitigate exposure.</li></ul>Reporting & Process Improvement<ul><li>Support accurate and timely month-end and year-end financial reporting.</li><li>Review reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analyses to ensure reporting integrity.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and documentation.</li><li>Leverage financial systems and reporting tools to improve efficiency, reporting capabilities, and decision support.</li></ul>
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

General Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented General Accountant to join a growing organization in Burlington, Ontario. This role supports core accounting operations across payables, receivables, invoicing, and month-end activities while helping maintain accurate financial records. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable transactions, including setting up vendors, maintaining payment terms, and ensuring invoices are coded correctly. • Prepare weekly payment runs and coordinate timely disbursements to suppliers. • Address vendor questions promptly and maintain orderly records for both outstanding and completed payables. • Support accounts receivable operations by issuing invoices, monitoring customer accounts, and keeping account information up to date. • Review new customer accounts, assess credit-related information, and maintain accurate customer master data. • Organize supporting documentation, enter invoice details, and post transactions to the appropriate general ledger accounts. • Prepare progress and milestone-based billing while helping ensure revenue is recorded accurately. • Follow up on overdue receivables in line with contract terms and provide month-end updates on collection status. • Record deposits in the accounting system and complete electronic banking deposit activities. • Assist with reconciliations, journal entries, and other month-end accounting tasks as required.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Waterloo, ON
remote
Temporary
43.5385 - 50.413 CAD / Hourly
Accounting Manager – Temporary Contract (12 Months) Fully RemoteWe are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to provide temporary contract support across Corporate Accounting and Accounting Operations. This role will help ensure continuity of month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance activities while also supporting key ERP project deliverables. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong general ledger expertise, practical NetSuite experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This person will take ownership of assigned responsibilities, apply sound judgment, solve problems effectively, and adapt to evolving business needs. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, fixed assets, intangible assets, and other accounting adjustments</li><li>Analyze general ledger accounts and review fixed asset, lease, and intangible asset continuity schedules</li><li>Investigate unusual balances, account fluctuations, reconciling items, and data inconsistencies</li><li>Prepare balance sheet analysis reports and reconciliation summaries for senior management</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met</li><li>Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX controls, and internal accounting policies</li><li>Support the NetSuite ERP reimplementation by gathering information, tracking open items, following up with stakeholders, and assisting with project deliverables</li><li>Assist with data cleansing, migration readiness, and validation of financial data integrations, mappings, reconciliations, and reporting outputs</li><li>Provide support across Corporate Accounting and Accounting Operations for special projects, process improvements, and evolving business priorities</li></ul>
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our finance team. This position is responsible for managing the organization's day-to-day accounting functions while ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting month-end and year-end close activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the company's financial records and providing reliable financial information to support business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently while collaborating closely with leadership in a dynamic, manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and accounting functions </li><li>Maintain the General Ledger and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions </li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP </li><li>Complete month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations </li><li>Perform bank, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations </li><li>Maintain prepaid expense, accrual, inventory, and fixed asset schedules </li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate recording of transactions </li><li>Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll while maintaining payroll records- 80 Employees- Non Union- Dayforce</li><li>Coordinate statutory remittances and government filings including HST, WSIB, garnishments, and other required submissions </li><li>Reconcile sub-ledgers to the General Ledger </li><li>Manage cash receipts, bank deposits, petty cash, and cash reconciliations </li><li>Maintain accurate accounting documentation and supporting records </li><li>Assist with management reporting by providing financial analysis and insights </li><li>Maintain personnel files and payroll-related documentation as required </li><li>Support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls </li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional accounting duties as assigned </li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Bilingual Intermediate Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established organization located in Burlington, is looking to add an Intermediate Accountant to their Finance team. This is a newly evolving opportunity designed for an accounting professional who can provide immediate support across billing, accounts receivable and collections, while gradually expanding into broader accounting, process improvement and Finance team responsibilities. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, proactive accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively and taking ownership of their responsibilities. Fluency in French and English is a must-have for this position. Strong spoken and written French is required, with Québécois French considered a strong preference. Key ResponsibilitiesBilling, Accounts Receivable & Collections<ul><li>Provide additional support to the Billing team, including invoice preparation, processing and review.</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, customer account issues and payment inquiries.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable reconciliations and ensure customer accounts are maintained accurately.</li><li>Monitor customer accounts, aging reports and outstanding balances.</li><li>Conduct professional follow-up with customers regarding overdue invoices and outstanding balances.</li><li>Maintain accurate collection notes and account documentation.</li><li>Escalate complex or aged accounts as appropriate and work with internal stakeholders to resolve issues.</li><li>Assist with cash application and ensure customer payments are accurately applied.</li><li>Review transactions and investigate discrepancies, ensuring issues are resolved promptly.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve billing, AR and collections processes and strengthen internal controls.</li><li>Maintain accurate and well-organized financial records and supporting documentation.</li><li>Provide back-up coverage for key accounting responsibilities to support business continuity.</li></ul>Accounting & Finance SupportAs the successful candidate becomes established in the role, responsibilities will expand to include:<ul><li>Supporting month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries and analysis.</li><li>Providing back-up support across various areas of the Finance function.</li><li>Developing a strong understanding of Finance team processes and responsibilities.</li><li>Supporting ad hoc reporting, analysis and special projects.</li><li>Working collaboratively with Accounting, Billing, Collections and other internal departments.</li></ul>Process Improvement & GrowthThis role offers an opportunity to grow into a broader Finance position. Over time, the successful candidate will be expected to:<ul><li>Proactively identify operational gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvement.</li><li>Take ownership of projects and responsibilities with minimal supervision.</li><li>Help streamline billing, collections and accounting processes.</li><li>Support improvements to financial controls, reporting and systems.</li><li>Take on additional responsibilities as the needs of the business evolve.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Accountant - Entry Level

Burlington, ON
onsite
Temporary
25 - 25 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a social services organization in Burlington, Ontario on a Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in day-to-day accounting and a strong eye for detail in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. The successful candidate will support core financial operations, help keep records accurate and up to date, and contribute to timely reporting and compliance activities. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions by reviewing invoices, recording receipts, and confirming proper authorization before processing. • Keep accounting data current and well organized within the organization’s financial systems, ensuring records are complete and accurate. • Support regular reconciliation activities by comparing bank statements and account balances, identifying discrepancies, and assisting with follow-up corrections. • Contribute to month-end and year-end financial activities by preparing documentation and assisting with reports, reviews, and audit-related requests. • Organize and maintain electronic and paper-based finance files so that documents are easy to retrieve and properly retained. • Coordinate financial correspondence and route inquiries or documentation to the appropriate team members in a timely manner. • Work closely with colleagues across finance and other departments to gather information and help maintain an efficient flow of financial data. • Follow nonprofit accounting practices, internal controls, and organizational policies to support compliance and sound financial stewardship. • Adhere to workplace health and safety requirements, including applicable legislation and agency procedures, in daily activities.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

London, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
We are assisting our client, a full‑service public accounting firm based in London, Ontario, with hiring an experienced Senior Staff Accountant or junior Manager to join their team. This position is suited to a designated accountant who brings strong assurance and tax expertise, along with the ability to manage files efficiently and deliver high-quality client service. The successful candidate will contribute sound judgment, clear communication, and a collaborative approach while supporting complex accounting engagements. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and support assurance engagements for a range of clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and in accordance with industry standards.</li><li>Build and maintain strong client relationships, regularly assessing satisfaction and identifying opportunities to add value.</li><li>Maintain proactive communication with clients throughout the year, acting as a key point of contact.</li><li>Lead and execute fieldwork, providing regular engagement updates to leadership while managing and developing junior staff.</li><li>Adapt audit and accounting approaches to evolving client needs and business environments.</li><li>Apply a strong understanding of complex accounting and auditing standards to deliver practical, client-focused solutions.</li><li>Leverage technology to enhance efficiency, support knowledge sharing, and continuously improve service delivery.</li><li>Commit to ongoing professional development to deepen technical expertise and stay current with industry standards.</li><li>Prepare and review notice to reader, review engagement files, financial statements, and both personal and corporate tax returns.</li></ul>
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z