11 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Kitchener, ON

Senior Accountant

Stoney Creek, ON
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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

Senior Tax Manager

Guelph, ON
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Permanent
125000 - 145000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join a mid-sized public accounting team in Guelph, Ontario. In this role, you will guide complex tax planning and advisory work, oversee a diverse client portfolio, and partner with senior leaders to deliver practical, high-value solutions. This position also plays a key part in developing team capability, strengthening service quality, and supporting the continued growth of the practice. Responsibilities:• Direct tax planning and advisory engagements, working closely with firm leadership to create effective strategies tailored to client needs.• Oversee a portfolio of tax clients by maintaining strong relationships, coordinating deliverables, and ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule.• Conduct in-depth technical analysis and present clear, well-supported recommendations on tax matters.• Review tax returns and related files prepared by team members to confirm technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance.• Monitor engagement budgets, track variances, and manage billing activities to support strong financial performance.• Provide leadership to Managers and staff through coaching, training, mentorship, and day-to-day guidance.• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment through regular feedback, knowledge sharing, and performance support.• Champion practice improvement initiatives that enhance technical consistency, operational efficiency, and service quality across the firm.• Contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities, supporting cross-service collaboration, and representing the firm in the market.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
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Permanent
78000 - 88000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to support a growing, multi-entity client of ours in the Mississauga area. This role will take ownership of full-cycle accounting for one operating company while contributing to consolidated financial reporting, month-end close, and ongoing process improvements.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both detail-oriented accounting work and exposure to broader financial analysis, cash flow management, and evolving processes in a growth-oriented business. Key ResponsibilitiesFull-Cycle Accounting <ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting for one operating company</li><li>Oversee AP and AR processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Complete monthly close activities including journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain and assess the integrity of the general ledger and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements</li></ul>Month-End Close & Financial Reporting<ul><li>Play a key role in month-end close with a focus on accuracy and completeness</li><li>Support financial statement preparation across multiple entities</li><li>Support in strengthening the reporting processes and identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement</li></ul>Cash Flow & Treasury Support<ul><li>Support weekly cash flow forecasting and ongoing monitoring of cash position</li><li>Track and analyze cash flow, particularly as it relates to investments and capital allocation</li><li>Contribute to decision-making in a business that is actively investing in expansion and vertical integration</li></ul>Inventory & Costing<ul><li>Manage and support monthly inventory accounting under a periodic system (FIFO, WIP)</li><li>Calculate and analyze cost of goods sold (COGS)</li><li>Maintain and update bills of materials (BOMs)</li></ul>Analysis, Controls & Process Improvement<ul><li>Assist with financial analysis to support business decisions and operational effectiveness</li><li>Support internal control development and compliance across entities</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Controller on special projects and evolving priorities</li></ul>
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

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

Cost Accountant

Guelph, ON
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Permanent
65000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing and import/export operation in Guelph, Ontario. In this role, you will work with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver accurate costing insight, strengthen inventory controls, and support informed business decisions. This position is suited to an accounting specialist who can analyze cost performance, maintain reliable financial records, and contribute to ongoing process improvements. Responsibilities:• Oversee standard costing, landed cost calculations, and inventory valuation for raw materials, components, and finished goods to ensure financial records remain accurate.• Review cost updates and product cost structures, confirming that roll-ups reflect current inputs and align with company accounting standards and policies.• Prepare and assess variance reporting related to purchasing, production, freight, and inventory activity, then investigate discrepancies and help identify underlying issues.• Contribute to gross margin reporting by examining results across products, customers, and categories and sharing insights with internal stakeholders.• Assist with month-end and year-end close by completing inventory-related journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules tied to cost of goods sold.• Evaluate reserve requirements by supporting analysis of obsolete, excess, and slow-moving inventory and documenting financial impacts.• Participate in physical inventory and cycle count activities, reconcile count differences, and report findings to support accurate stock records.• Provide audit support by assembling inventory schedules, backup documentation, and clear explanations for internal and external review.• Create and maintain costing and inventory reports for Finance and Operations while recommending practical improvements to reporting workflows and control processes.• Support ongoing maintenance of inventory costing data and item master information to help preserve system accuracy.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager, Assurance and Accounting

Hamilton, ON
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Permanent
95000 - 150000 CAD / Yearly
Hybrid Work Environment | Path to Partnership | Strong Work-Life Balance Robert Half is partnering with a respected and growing public accounting firm in Hamilton, ON to recruit a Senior Manager, Accounting & Assurance. Reporting directly to the Partners, this leadership role offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced CPA looking to take the next step in their career and work toward future partnership. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, leading engagement teams, mentoring staff, and contributing to the strategic direction of a firm. In return, you'll benefit from a collaborative culture, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and a clear path to Partner for long-term career advancement. Why Join?<ul><li>Defined career progression with partnership potential</li><li>Hybrid work environment and flexible scheduling (2-3 days/week onsite)</li><li>Strong commitment to work-life balance</li><li>Opportunity to influence firm strategy and growth</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team culture</li><li>Diverse client base including charities, not-for-profits, and owner-managed businesses</li><li>Leadership role with meaningful client interaction and team development responsibilities</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a portfolio of client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and identifying opportunities to provide value-added advice.</li><li>Lead complex audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through completion.</li><li>Deliver high-quality assurance and accounting services while ensuring compliance with professional standards.</li><li>Review financial statements, tax returns, CRA correspondence, and other client deliverables.</li><li>Meet with clients to discuss financial results, tax matters, planning opportunities, and business initiatives.</li><li>Present financial statements at Annual General Meetings (AGMs), both virtually and in person.</li><li>Oversee engagement planning, scheduling, budgeting, and overall project financial performance.</li><li>Mentor, coach, and develop team members while fostering a positive and collaborative culture.</li><li>Participate in performance reviews and support the professional growth of staff.</li><li>Contribute to operational and strategic planning initiatives designed to enhance client service and firm performance.</li><li>Stay current on evolving accounting, assurance, and auditing standards and provide guidance on technical matters.</li><li>Support additional firm initiatives and leadership activities as required.</li></ul> The OpportunityThis is an outstanding opportunity for a public accounting professional who is ready to take on a broader leadership role while enjoying the flexibility and balance of a modern work environment. If you're looking for a firm that values professional growth, invests in its people, and offers a genuine pathway to partnership, we encourage you to apply.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst Inventory and Costing

Cambridge, ON
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Contract / Temporary
45 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst Inventory and Costing to support manufacturing and distribution finance operations in Cambridge, Ontario. This 9-month Contract opportunity is ideal for someone with strong expertise in inventory accounting, standard costing, and analytical reporting within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will provide financial insight, help guide entry-level analysts through day-to-day work, and contribute to accurate reporting and operational decision-making. Location: Cambridge, ONWork model: 3 days onsite Contract length: 9 mon. Responsibilities:• Oversee financial analysis related to manufacturing activities, with a strong focus on inventory valuation, cost accuracy, and plant performance.• Prepare and review standard costing data to ensure product costs are maintained accurately and reflect operational realities.• Analyze inventory movements, variances, and stock-related trends to support effective financial control and reporting.• Provide day-to-day guidance and informal mentorship to two analysts, helping prioritize work and strengthen team output.• Develop and maintain detailed financial models, reports, and ad hoc analyses using advanced Excel tools and formulas.• Support reporting across accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, and product costing to ensure consistency and accuracy.• Work within business systems such as Microsoft Dynamics environments to extract data, validate results, and improve reporting processes.• Contribute to budgeting, planning, and performance review activities by delivering clear financial insights to stakeholders.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Mississauga, ON
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Contract / Temporary
45 - 50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations for a construction and contractor environment in Mississauga, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can oversee complex payroll activities, maintain compliance, and produce accurate reporting across union and non-union groups. The successful candidate will bring strong payroll accounting knowledge, a disciplined approach to reconciliations, and the ability to manage time-sensitive payroll cycles with accuracy. Responsibilities:• Process and maintain employee compensation, payroll data, hours worked, earnings, and deductions within the payroll system.• Complete weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing accurately and on time for both union and non-union employee groups.• Generate and review audit, exception, and reconciliation reports to validate gross-to-net pay, labour hours, pay rates, deductions, and payroll accuracy.• Manage payroll disbursements, including direct deposits, pay statements, garnishments, employment insurance claims, and government correspondence.• Validate and reconcile payroll transactions with downstream systems, including job costing, general ledger, payroll taxes, benefit remittances, and statutory payments.• Partner with outsourced payroll tax compliance providers and coordinate payroll tax notices, remittances, and compliance activities.• Prepare and submit union and non-union payroll reporting, including certified payroll, prevailing wage, and benefit remittance reports, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, provincial/state, and job-specific regulations.• Coordinate and support payroll tax audits, union benefit audits, annual workers' compensation audits, and other payroll-related compliance reviews.• Investigate, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies, variances, and exceptions in a timely manner.• Create queries, reports, Excel workbooks, and summary analyses to support payroll operations, audits, and business requirements.• Provide audit support and prepare documentation for internal and external auditors.• Perform additional payroll and accounting duties and participate in process improvement initiatives as assigned.
2026-07-13T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst, Costing

Wingham, ON
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Permanent
85000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a growing team in Huron County, Ontario. This role is suited to a detail-oriented finance specialist who can strengthen cost reporting, support inventory and project analysis, and provide reliable insights for operational leaders. The successful candidate will play a key part in budgeting, forecasting, month-end activities, and financial reporting across multiple entities. Responsibilities:• Examine cost trends, inventory activity, and valuation results to identify risks, patterns, and opportunities for improved financial performance.• Maintain and enhance standard costing processes, including regular reporting on product costs and operational variances.• Review project financial results by comparing actual spending against budgets and support revenue recognition activities for construction-related work.• Prepare recurring journal entries and contribute to an efficient month-end close process completed within established timelines.• Produce meaningful financial analysis to help management understand cost movements, profitability, and operating performance.• Support the development of stronger budgeting and forecasting practices, including flexible budget models and forward-looking financial plans.• Build practical reporting tools and performance summaries for plant leadership to support informed operational decisions.• Assist with accounting and reporting for multiple entities, including manual consolidation activities and departmental cost tracking.• Contribute to compliance-related financial responsibilities and support process improvements where needed, including reporting updates tied to internal operational changes.
2026-07-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Tax Consultant (Permanent hire)

Waterloo, ON
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Permanent
100000 - 140000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to support cross-border tax reporting and withholding compliance for a complex financial services environment in Toronto or Waterloo, Ontario. This position plays an important role in meeting Canadian and U.S. tax obligations related to intermediary requirements, FATCA, and Common Reporting Standard reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to strengthen reporting accuracy, maintain current procedural guidance, and help ensure regulatory expectations are met. This role requires employees to be on site 2 days per week, either in their office in Waterloo or Toronto. For a highly qualified candidate, other Canadian office locations would be considered (Montreal, Halifax, Winnipeg, Calgary, Vancouver, etc). Responsibilities:• Prepare U.S. tax filings and information slips associated with intermediary obligations, including annual returns and investor reporting documents.• Assess W-8 and W-9 documentation to confirm completeness, accuracy, and suitability for withholding tax purposes.• Monitor withholding activity to verify that tax is applied correctly in line with applicable regulatory and reporting rules.• Lead the periodic intermediary review process by gathering supporting records, coordinating with external reviewers, and addressing follow-up questions.• Complete annual reconciliations related to U.S. tax reporting, including comparisons between reported withholding amounts and remittances made by the organization or other withholding agents.• Track legislative and regulatory developments affecting intermediary, FATCA, and Common Reporting Standard requirements, and put necessary updates into practice.• Maintain and revise internal tax procedures, reference materials, and compliance documentation to reflect current obligations.• Provide practical tax guidance to operational teams to support accurate execution of day-to-day processes and reporting activities.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Kitchener, ON
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Permanent
57000 - 62000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join their finance team. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations with a primary focus on Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash applications, vendor payments, and month-end activities. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a high-volume environment, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and possess a collaborative approach to supporting the accounting function. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable· Process approximately 40-50 supplier invoices per week, ensuring accuracy and timely entry.· Review and reconcile vendor statements.· Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with vendors and internal departments.Accounts Receivable· Generate and process approximately 20-30 customer invoices per week.· Monitor outstanding balances and assist with collections activities as required.· Investigate and resolve customer billing inquiries.Cash Management· Apply incoming customer payments and reconcile cash receipts.· Assist in maintaining daily cash records and reconciliations.Vendor Payments· Prepare and process scheduled vendor payment runs.· Verify supporting documentation and approvals.· Communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries and account reconciliations.Month-End Support· Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and journal entries.Intercompany Accounting· Process and reconcile intercompany transactions.· Assist with balancing intercompany accounts and resolving discrepancies.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z