Senior Accountant

Opensity Solutions

$85K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a corporate setting.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
  • Experience in month-end close, reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Familiarity with budgeting and reforecasting processes.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Sage Intacct) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and assist with the month-end close process to ensure accurate completion of activities.
  • Prepare and record journal entries according to US GAAP.
  • Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Support annual budgeting by collaborating with department heads on budget submissions.
  • Assist with reforecasting, providing variance analysis and insights to management.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
  • Prepare schedules for audits and collaborate with various business units.

Benefits

  • Full-time remote work opportunity in Ontario.
  • Collaborative finance team environment.
  • Exposure to various financial planning initiatives.
  • Involvement in both internal and external audit processes.
  • Opportunity to make impactful improvements in accounting practices.
Full Job Description
Opensity Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the month-end close process, financial reporting, year-end audit and financial planning initiatives. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting skills and a collaborative mindset.

Position: Full Time

Location: Remote, Ontario

Visa eligibility required: No sponsorship provided

Reports to: Senior Manager, Financial Reporting

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and assist with the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all close activities.


  • Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with US GAAP.


  • Perform detailed and complex balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.


  • Support the annual budgeting process by collaborating with department heads to develop and consolidate budget submissions.


  • Assist with reforecasting activities throughout the fiscal year, providing variance analysis and actionable insights to management.


  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve internal controls.


  • Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.


  • Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, and other business units as needed.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


  • Minimum 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate environment.


  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.


  • Proven experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and journal entries.


  • Experience with budgeting and reforecasting processes.


  • Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g. Sage Intacct) and MS Office Suite of tools including Microsoft Excel.


  • Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial data clearly.


Key Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English - clear, professional, and client-facing.


  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.


  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).


  • Collaborative team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.


  • Stakeholder-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering a high standard of service.


  • Problem-solving ability with a proactive approach to issue resolution.


  • Discretion in handling confidential financial information.


The expected base salary for this position is: [CAD $85,000 - $95,000] excluding annual bonus and equity (when applicable). Salary is based on a number of factors including market conditions, location and may vary depending on job-related skills and experience.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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