Job Description: Accountant (Canadian Experienced)
Location:On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Client: Canadian-Based
About the Role
Winnors Remote Staff is seeking an experienced highly motivated and detail-oriented Accountant with Canadian experience to support our Canadian client to oversee and manage all financial aspects of the organization. In this role, you will be responsible for managing accounting activities and for ensuring the accuracy of financial records, preparing detailed financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with Canadian financial laws and regulations. You will play a critical role in financial control and reporting while adhering to Canadian accounting standards.You will assist with the processing of high-volume payroll cycles and support with benefits administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports.
- Review the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications.
- Analyze and evaluate complex accounting variances, providing recommendations for reserves, assets, and expenditures.
- Maintain, record, and reconcile billings and accounts receivables for large clients and accounts.
- Create month-end accounting entries and reconcile discrepancies with the general ledger.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure transactions align with accounting standards.
- Examine financial statements to ensure compliance with Canadian accounting regulations.
- Answer escalated queries regarding various accounting issues and reports.
- Responsible for full cycle payroll including semi-monthly payroll cycles
- Process payroll for both Hourly & Salaried employees
- Support with ROE's and review payroll data including overtime, bonuses, deductions and year end
Qualifications
- ACCA, CA, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred) or equivalent education and experience.
- Prior experience of working with Canadian Accounting Consultants/Accounting firms.
- 2-5 years of relevant experience in general ledger accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
- Hands-on experience in using accounting softwares such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, FreshBooks, or Wave to manage.
- Advanced knowledge of accounting fundamentals and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills to explain complex financial information clearly.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a remote setting with a Canadian client.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Be part of a growing and successful team.
- Daily provision of lunch, fruits, tea, and coffee onsite.