# Financial Accountant

**Company:** [Mortgage Automator](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/8bgvUTG7VM9exRqUY8R6mE.md)
**Location:** Toronto, Canada
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Finance

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## Description

**Job Summary** 

We are seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Accountant to join our finance team. This is a **Senior** role and is perfect for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to move beyond basic bookkeeping into comprehensive financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making. You will be a key player in maintaining our financial integrity as we scale. 

**Full-Cycle Accounting & Operations**

-   General Ledger:

-   Create and post journal entries; maintain accurate bookkeeping records and perform month-end/year-end closing processes.

-   Lead full-cycle accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, month-end and year-end close processes, and intercompany reconciliations

-   Accounts Payable & Receivable:

-   Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and cash flow management

-   Payroll & Treasury:

-   Assist with biweekly payroll processing and reconciliations. Manage treasury operations, including domestic and international payments.

-   Intercompany:

-   Maintain and reconcile related-party and intercompany transactions.

**Financial Reporting & Compliance**

-   Reporting:

-   Prepare and review monthly financial reporting packages, including Income Statements, Balance Sheets, reconciliations, and supporting schedules in compliance with ASPE and IFRS standards
-   Assist with sales performance analysis, commission reviews, target planning, pipeline reporting, and Monthly Operating Reviews (MOR) for senior leadership

-   Reconciliations:

-   Ensure accuracy and audit readiness through preparation and review of bank, credit card, and account reconciliations, while acting as a key contact for external auditors.
-   Lead or contribute to projects focused on streamlining accounting operations, enhancing reporting accuracy, and improving systems and workflows

-   Compliance:

-   Manage tax compliance activities, including preparation and filing of GST/HST and applicable sales tax returns, ensuring adherence to Canadian and US tax regulations.
-   Act as a trusted financial steward by maintaining integrity, objectivity, compliance, and adherence to corporate governance standards

-   Audit Support:

-   Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and revenue recognition practices through effective communication, monitoring, and continuous process improvement
-   Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, providing necessary documentation and schedules.

**Analysis & Strategy**

-   Budgeting:

-   Collaborate on annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections to ensure operational liquidity.

-   Insights:

-   Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable financial insights to support cross-functional strategic initiatives.

-   Collaboration:

-   Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Client Services, Legal, and Finance teams to support business operations, resolve issues, and improve financial processes

## Requirements

-   Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
-   Designation: CPA designation (completed or in final stages) is required or equivalent.
-   Experience: 5 years of progressive accounting experience and fp&a, ideally within a SaaS environment or a high-growth mid-sized business.
-   Compliance: Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASPE and IFRS accounting standards.
-   Technical Proficiency: \*Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling) is a **must**.
-   Strong proficiency in GST/HST tax regulations and compliance.
-   Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
-   Experience with ERP systems is considered an asset.
-   Mindset: A self-starter who is comfortable with ambiguity and can pivot between routine tasks and high-level ad hoc projects.
-   Communication: Ability to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.

NOTE: This is not a intermediate/ mid-senior level role. We are looking for a experienced, Senior Accountant to join our team, who is a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity and can pivot between routine tasks and high-level ad hoc projects, with the ability to translate complex financial data for non-financial stakeholders.

This job is not for you if you are only looking for AR/AP Clerk roles.

## Benefits

### **Time Off & Work-Life Balance**

-   **Comprehensive Time Off:** Enjoy a competitive paid vacation package designed to ensure you have the space to unplug and recharge throughout the year.
-   **Holistic Wellness Leave:** We provide dedicated personal leave that supports your total well-being, whether you need time for physical recovery or a mental health break.
-   **Commuter-Friendly Hybrid:** A flexible schedule that blends collaborative office time with the convenience of working from home.

### **Team Culture & Perks**

-   **Catered Lunches:** Enjoy a **monthly team lunch** on the company to celebrate wins and connect with colleagues.
-   **Growth & Learning:** We foster a culture of continuous learning with internal opportunities for professional development.
-   **Modern Workspace:** A professional and supportive environment equipped with the tools and technology you need to succeed.