Sr. Accountant

We are offering a long-term contract opportunity for a Sr. Accountant within the retail industry in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded. This includes bank reconciliation, general ledger entries, balance sheet reconciliation, and month-end closing activities in addition to the management of accounts receivable and payable.Responsibilities:- Oversee the filing of HST and Sales tax, making use of relevant Canadian experience- Utilize advanced Excel skills, including VBA, for financial data analysis and reporting- Use SQL and Microsoft Dynamics as assets for managing and interpreting data- Oversee the reconciliation of bank statements, general ledger, and balance sheet- Manage journal entries and contribute to month-end close processes- Keep up to date with accounting software, including Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, and MS Dynamics 365 Business Central- Ensure all accounting activities align with established laws, regulations, and company policies.- Minimum of three years of experience in a Senior Accountant role or a similar position within the Restaurants & Catering industry.- Profound knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.- Experienced in Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, and Bank Reconciliations.- Demonstrated expertise in handling General Ledger and Journal Entries.- Proficient in using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial modeling.- Experience with Month End Close procedures.- Familiarity with HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) procedures.- Experience with Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, and MS Dynamics 365 Business Central.- Proficient in SQL for managing and organizing data.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.- Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.- Certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) would be advantageous.- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2024 Robert Half. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.

Location: Richmond Hill, CA

Posted Date: 10/29/2024