Cost Accountant Jobs in Niagara Falls, ON

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Property Accountant

Scarborough, ON
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Temporary
50 - 50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Property Accountant to join a real estate organization in Scarborough, Ontario on a Contract basis. This role supports the financial oversight of a sizeable portfolio of commercial and residential properties by producing accurate reporting, maintaining strong accounting processes, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting activities. The successful candidate will work closely with property management and finance teams to ensure lease-related billings, recoveries, reconciliations, and cash flow reporting are handled with accuracy and timeliness. Responsibilities:• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities, including reviewing journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and general ledger balances to ensure records are complete and properly classified.• Prepare regular financial reports and quarterly analyses that highlight property performance, net operating income, budget-to-actual results, and notable fluctuations across the portfolio.• Reconcile bank accounts, receivables, payables, and intercompany balances on a recurring basis, and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial information.• Maintain detailed continuity schedules for capital projects, fixed assets, depreciation, tenant inducements, and leasing-related costs in accordance with established accounting policies.• Validate rent rolls against lease documentation, billing records, and accounting data to confirm rent changes, key lease dates, incentives, deposits, and other tenant charges are reflected correctly.• Calculate and reconcile recoverable operating costs, including common area expenses, taxes, maintenance, insurance, and related tenant billings, based on lease terms and approved allocation methods.• Prepare cash flow reports and short-term forecasts by monitoring collections, payments, arrears, and upcoming funding requirements, escalating concerns when needed.• Support the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts by partnering with finance and property operations teams to assess revenues, vacancies, expenses, recoveries, and capital plans.• Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity, assist with collection follow-up, and ensure financial transactions are supported by appropriate documentation and approvals.sENIOR
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, an established public accounting firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an individual working toward their CPA designation or considering the CPA path, with experience in public accounting and an interest in both accounting and taxation. The successful candidate will work directly with small to mid-sized businesses, owner-managed companies, and individuals, gaining exposure to corporate accounting, year-end engagements, and tax preparation. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare corporate, personal, and partnership income tax returns</li><li>Assist with year-end engagements, including compilation and review files</li><li>Prepare working papers, account reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze client records and identify discrepancies or areas requiring follow-up</li><li>Assist with bookkeeping and month-end accounting support for clients</li><li>Communicate with clients to obtain documentation and resolve accounting inquiries</li><li>Respond to CRA correspondence and client tax questions</li><li>Support senior accountants and managers on client engagements</li><li>Contribute to special projects and process improvements as required</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
38 - 44 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a media organization in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited to an accounting specialist who enjoys hands-on transactional work while keeping financial records accurate and current. The successful candidate will contribute across daily accounting activities, period-end close processes, and reporting support, while working with a high level of independence in a collaborative team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting transactions across payables, receivables, and general ledger activities to maintain accurate financial records. • Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly. • Prepare and post journal entries and support month-end and quarter-end close activities with careful attention to deadlines. • Maintain bookkeeping records and ensure financial information is organized, current, and aligned with internal reporting needs. • Assist with required organizational filings and submissions, ensuring documentation is complete and submitted on time. • Provide support during audit periods by gathering schedules, reconciling balances, and preparing requested backup documentation. • Work with accounting data in Vantage and use Excel to analyze transactions, track balances, and support reporting requirements. • Collaborate with the broader accounting and bookkeeping team while managing assigned work with minimal supervision.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

General Accountant

Brampton, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: General Accountant Location: Brampton, Ontario Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Description:Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative General Accountant to join their finance team. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and subledgers</li><li>Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Assist in the preparation of financial reports and internal reporting packages</li><li>Help ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Participate in audits by preparing supporting schedules and documentation</li><li>Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Toronto, ON
remote
Temporary
50 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join a Toronto, Ontario team in a Long-term Contract position. This role focuses on inventory and cost accounting, month-end activities, and financial analysis within a complex operating environment. The successful candidate will work closely with operations and other business partners to strengthen reporting accuracy, support process improvements, and provide meaningful financial insight to leadership. Responsibilities:• Manage cost accounting activities by maintaining calculations, monitoring cost flows, and supporting consistent valuation practices.• Partner with operations, logistics, and other internal teams to investigate inventory variances and improve the accuracy of stock balances.• Complete quarterly standard cost assessments and evaluate the financial impact of updates in collaboration with operational stakeholders.• Reconcile third-party logistics shipment records against internal data, including analysis of goods in transit and related discrepancies.• Contribute to inventory management system testing and help shape process design as part of implementation-related activities.• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for assigned accounts during the month-end close cycle.• Review financial results for designated areas, perform variance analysis, and present key findings to senior management.• Analyze product costing, cost of goods sold, gross margins, and profitability trends to support business decision-making.• Lead support activities for quarterly and year-end audits, oversee cycle count controls, and help maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: AccountantLocation: Mississauga, Ontario / On-site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Summary: Robert Half Canada is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant on behalf of our client in the professional services industry. This role is responsible for supporting core accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with reporting, reconciliations, and month-end activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy</li><li>Perform bank, account, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing activities</li><li>Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation</li><li>Review financial data for accuracy and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring as needed</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and documentation</li><li>Assist with audit preparation, internal controls, and compliance-related tasks</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support accounting and reporting needs</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
33.25 - 38.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a Toronto, Ontario team in a Long-term Contract position. This role supports day-to-day financial operations while providing clear analysis and dependable reporting that helps leaders make sound business decisions. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate accounting records, strong controls, and coordinated financial administration across areas such as payments, reconciliations, investment activity, and contract support. This position also plays an important part in finance process improvement and in supporting the rollout, adoption, and ongoing enhancement of the organization’s financial management system. Responsibilities: • Oversee core accounting records by maintaining the general ledger and related financial documentation with a high degree of accuracy. • Manage payable and receivable activities, including reviewing invoices, processing transactions, and helping ensure payments and receipts are recorded on time. • Complete regular reconciliations for bank accounts, corporate credit cards, and other balance sheet items to support reliable financial reporting. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc financial analyses that highlight trends, explain variances, and identify potential risks or opportunities. • Support planning activities through budget-to-actual reporting, forecasting, cash flow review, and financial modelling for management use. • Record and reconcile investment transactions, confirm portfolio balances against custodian information, and produce periodic investment reporting for stakeholders. • Assist with audit and compliance requirements by organizing schedules, preparing supporting documentation, and helping meet legislative and policy obligations. • Strengthen finance operations by documenting procedures, recommending efficiencies, and serving as a key support resource for financial system configuration, testing, training, and continuous improvement. • Coordinate finance-related deliverables, monitor reporting timelines, and maintain organized contract records to help ensure deadlines and administrative requirements are met.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Fixed Asset Accountant

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
47.5 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Fixed Asset Accountant to support our Manufacturing client in Toronto, Ontario through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role combines day-to-day fixed asset accounting with project-related support, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, advanced Excel capability, and experience handling multi-currency transactions and reporting. Responsibilities:• Manage fixed asset accounting activities, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation, and reconciliations.• Maintain accurate capital asset records and help ensure balances are properly reflected in financial reporting.• Support ongoing finance project work by reviewing, organizing, and preparing asset data for system loading and validation.• Perform detailed analysis in Excel to clean large datasets, investigate discrepancies, and improve data accuracy.• Work closely with finance, procurement, and operations teams to gather information and resolve fixed asset issues efficiently.• Assist with period-end and year-end activities related to fixed assets, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 110000 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>
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

York, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
About the OpportunityOur client is a respected boutique public accounting firm in the York Region area that works with privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm offers a broad range of accounting, assurance, tax, and advisory services and is known for its collaborative team environment and long-standing client relationships.They are looking to add a designated CPA to their growing team. This is a fully in-office role that offers exposure to a diverse client portfolio and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility across assurance, financial reporting, and tax engagements. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and review a variety of assurance and accounting engagements, including compilations, reviews, and audits.</li><li>Prepare and review corporate year-end files, financial statements, and related tax compliance work.</li><li>Support owner-managed clients with tax planning and business advisory matters.</li><li>Apply ASPE and ASNPO standards across a broad range of client engagements.</li><li>Prepare and review personal, trust, and corporate tax filings along with various compliance requirements.</li><li>Build relationships with clients and provide ongoing support on accounting and tax matters.</li><li>Assist with multiple client engagements simultaneously while meeting deadlines.</li><li>Participate in busy season requirements, including occasional evening and weekend work.</li><li>Travel locally to client sites on an as-needed basis.</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
35 - 37 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>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 100000 CAD / Yearly
Job Title: Financial AnalystLocation: Mississauga, Ontario / On-siteJob Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Summary:Robert Half Canada is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst on behalf of our client in the manufacturing and automotive industry. This role is responsible for supporting financial planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis activities that help guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, sound financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a dynamic operating environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses</li><li>Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and reporting processes</li><li>Monitor financial performance and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities</li><li>Analyze operating results and key business drivers to support decision-making</li><li>Partner with finance and cross-functional teams to gather data and support business initiatives</li><li>Prepare financial models and ad hoc analysis to support strategic and operational priorities</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, accruals, and financial reconciliations as needed</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and aligned with internal policies and procedures</li></ul>
2026-10-11T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and analysis for a manufacturing operation in Mississauga, Ontario. This position focuses on turning financial data into clear business insights, helping leaders track performance, manage budgets, and make informed decisions. The successful candidate will work across accounting and finance functions, prepare meaningful reports, and contribute to ongoing process improvement in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Analyze financial results and operational data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved business performance.• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports that provide management with clear, accurate, and timely financial insights.• Support budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial review activities by compiling data and validating assumptions.• Work with accounting and finance teams to maintain reliable records and ensure reporting aligns with business requirements.• Use financial systems and reporting tools to extract, organize, and interpret information.• Apply data analysis techniques to evaluate business performance and assist with planning and decision-making.• Contribute to the improvement of reporting processes and support changes to financial workflows when required.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve reporting issues, clarify financial information, and improve data quality.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Beamsville, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 80000 CAD / Yearly
We are recruiting for a Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager on behalf of an established, privately owned business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys being hands-on and taking ownership of the day-to-day accounting function. The role is best suited to someone who has progressed beyond a traditional bookkeeping position but still enjoys being directly involved in the numbers. You will oversee the accounting function and work closely with ownership/management. While the responsibilities are comparable in some respects to a small-company Controller, a CPA designation is not required. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the day-to-day accounting and financial functions of the business</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting</li><li>Complete month-end and year-end closing activities</li><li>Maintain and reconcile the general ledger</li><li>Prepare and review bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Manage cash flow and provide visibility into upcoming requirements</li><li>Oversee Accounts Receivable, collections and customer account reconciliations</li><li>Supervise and support one Accounts Payable employee</li><li>Review AP activity and ensure appropriate controls and approvals are followed</li><li>Prepare HST and other government remittances</li><li>Assist with payroll-related accounting and reconciliations</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and other supporting financial records</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Work with external accountants during year-end</li><li>Provide ownership and management with accurate, timely financial information</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls and reporting</li></ul>
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 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>
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Aurora, ON
onsite
Temporary
50 - 55 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a Distribution organization in , Aurora , ON on a 4-6 month Contract basis, 5 days onsite. This position will lead core accounting operations, produce reliable financial reporting, and help maintain effective controls across the finance function. The successful candidate will bring a hands-on approach to managing daily transactions, supporting business performance, and improving financial processes in an inventory-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Direct daily finance operations across payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and timeliness.• Lead monthly and annual close activities, including reviewing entries and preparing complete financial statements for management use.• Track liquidity needs by overseeing incoming payments, outgoing disbursements, operating expenses, and collection activity.• Manage inventory-related accounting by monitoring product costing, valuation, and cost of goods sold reporting.• Strengthen financial governance by maintaining effective controls and supporting compliance with accounting standards and tax obligations.• Contribute to forecasting, budget planning, and financial analysis to support sound business decisions.• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and improve the efficiency and reliability of financial processes.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant - Firm

Oakville, ON
onsite
Temporary
50 - 58 CAD / Hourly
Senior Accountant - Firm (Contract)Role: Senior Accountant – Firm (13 Month - Contract)Duration: 13-month contractWork Model: OnsiteLocation: Oakville, ON Position OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support their team. This role is ideal for someone with recent public practice experience who can confidently manage files independently and contribute across financial reporting, assurance, and tax engagements. The successful candidate will work with a diverse client base while partnering closely with firm leadership to ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare year-end files, including working paper packages, account analysis, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with assurance engagements through planning, testing, analysis, and completion of engagement files.</li><li>Prepare corporate, personal, trust, and other tax filings while ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.</li><li>Manage a portfolio of client engagements and maintain regular communication throughout the engagement cycle.</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting-related matters, escalating complex issues when appropriate.</li><li>Support and review the work of junior team members, providing guidance and feedback as needed.</li><li>Monitor deadlines across multiple engagements and ensure timely completion of deliverables.</li><li>Research technical accounting and tax matters and apply findings to client situations.</li><li>Contribute to operational efficiency by identifying opportunities to improve processes and workflow.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

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