Sr. Accountant NEW

Job title: Sr. Accountant

Company: Robert Half

Job description: Job Description:ON-SITE Collaboration | St. Catharines, ONAre you ready to LEVEL UP your career? We are seeking a Senior Accountant who thrives in a hands-on, collaborative, and dynamic environment to join an established team in St. Catharines, Ontario! Reporting to the Controller, this role is integral in helping the organization build foundational accounting and finance practices while supporting strategic growth.Why this job?This is your chance to be part of a team that values culture, connection, and collaboration in an ON-SITE environment. If you enjoy working shoulder-to-shoulder with top-tier colleagues, tackling challenges, and making an impact every day, we’d love to hear from you!What You’ll Do: Take Ownership & Drive Results

• Analyze and manage cost/inventory/standard costing to improve financial performance.
• Prepare accurate and timely journal entries as part of the monthly close process.
• Reconcile accounts, ensuring all variances are identified and explained.
• Execute annual budgets and forecasts alongside the Controller, including P& L, balance sheet projections, and customer profitability analysis.
• Manage cash flow needs weekly and monthly while supporting financial operations.
• Support inventory, sales, and gross margin analysis to drive strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate monthly reporting for Canadian Sales Tax and Corporate Tax Instalments to stay compliant.
• Deliver working capital analysis and forecasting for future expenditures.
• Collaborate on ad-hoc financial analysis that supports organizational goals.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Lead with Expertise: 3+ years of manufacturing accounting experience.
• CPA or equivalent experience.
• Excel in Tech: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and expertise in Sage Intacct (or similar platforms).
• Communicate and Connect: Strong verbal and written communication skills to thrive as part of a cohesive, goal-driven team.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in account reconciliation, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.

• Strong understanding of general ledger processes and journal entry preparation.

• Expertise in standard cost accounting and month-end close activities.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

• Experience with gross margin analysis and sales performance reporting.

• Solid knowledge of forecasting and budgeting processes.

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Expected salary: $75000 – 90000 per year

Location: Saint Catharines, ON

Job date: Fri, 01 Aug 2025 22:24:31 GMT

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