12 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Waterloo, 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 Accountant

Woodstock, ON
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Permanent
70000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in Woodstock, Ontario. This position supports both corporate and project accounting activities, with a strong focus on accurate reporting, cost tracking, and financial analysis across multiple entities. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work closely with operational and project stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Manage complete accounting activities for multiple entities, including general ledger maintenance, payables, receivables, and period-end close tasks. • Prepare and record journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments while maintaining clear supporting documentation. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts each month, review discrepancies, and resolve unusual variances in a timely manner. • Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including support for multi-entity consolidation. • Maintain project-based accounting records for development, construction, and capital initiatives, ensuring costs are coded accurately by phase and category. • Review project expenditures against approved budgets, assist with forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting, and highlight financial risks or overruns. • Support financing-related accounting activities such as construction draws, interest capitalization, lender reporting, and cash flow monitoring. • Assist with regulatory filings, audit preparation, and coordination with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors. • Use accounting systems and spreadsheets to maintain accurate records, improve reporting quality, and support process enhancements or system-related updates. • Partner with finance leaders, operations teams, and project stakeholders to provide clear financial insight and respond to ad hoc reporting needs.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

London, ON
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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>
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

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
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

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

General Accountant

Cambridge, ON
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Permanent
70000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented General Accountant to support core accounting and payroll activities for an automotive operation in Cambridge, Ontario. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, processing employee pay on schedule, and ensuring receivable and payable transactions are handled efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, practical payroll experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion. Responsibilities: • Manage billing, cash application, and follow-up on outstanding customer balances to support healthy accounts receivable performance. • Complete weekly payroll processing, verify time and earnings information, and update employee records for deductions, exemptions, and compensation changes. • Carry out month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including account reconciliations and bank balancing. • Maintain fixed asset and construction-related accounting records, and calculate recurring depreciation entries accurately. • Review accounting discrepancies, investigate issues thoroughly, and resolve errors in a timely manner. • Support compliance with company controls as well as applicable provincial and federal legislative requirements. • Prepare financial reports, maintain organized documentation, and assist with audit support and account analysis as needed. • Use and safeguard accounting and payroll systems effectively while ensuring the confidentiality of financial and employee information. • Provide day-to-day assistance to the Controller in overseeing divisional financial operations and administrative accounting tasks. • Record timekeeping and related operational data accurately while maintaining dependable attendance and adherence to workplace policies.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

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

Accounts Payable Specialist

Mississauga, ON
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Contract / Temporary
22.1635 - 28 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a Contract opportunity within the import/export industry in Mississauga, Ontario. This role is suited to a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage invoice workflows, maintain accurate payment records, and support timely financial operations. The successful candidate will work closely with vendors and internal teams to ensure obligations are processed correctly and discrepancies are resolved efficiently. Responsibilities: • Review incoming supplier invoices, assign the correct coding, and enter transactions promptly with a high degree of accuracy. • Compare purchase orders, receiving records, and billing documents to confirm that payment details are complete and correct before processing. • Coordinate scheduled payment cycles and prepare disbursements through approved methods such as electronic payments, cheques, and wire transfers. • Reconcile vendor account statements, investigate mismatches or overdue items, and bring outstanding issues to resolution. • Maintain organized accounts payable documentation and support updates to financial records and the general ledger when required. • Respond to supplier questions regarding invoice status, billing concerns, and payment timing in a clear and timely manner. • Contribute to month-end activities by assisting with accrual entries, account analysis, and reporting deliverables. • Follow established accounting policies, control procedures, and applicable standards to support accuracy and compliance in all payable activities.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z