The role
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Accountant based in the Canada.
This is a hands-on senior accounting role responsible for keeping day-to-day financial operations accurate, timely, and audit-ready.
You will manage activities spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash, expenses, reconciliations, and month-end close.
The role offers broad ownership across the general ledger and close process, with regular collaboration across Finance and other business teams.
You will work closely with senior finance leaders while having the autonomy to investigate issues, improve processes, and drive solutions.
A key focus will be using automation and AI-enabled tools to reduce manual work and improve accounting efficiency and accuracy.
The environment is remote-first, fast-moving, collaborative, and designed for professionals who enjoy ownership and continuous improvement.
As the organization scales, the role provides opportunities to contribute to systems, controls, and accounting processes that support continued growth.
Accountabilities
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Own the accounts payable cycle, including processing and coding vendor invoices, verifying approvals, preparing payment runs, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
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Manage accounts receivable activities, including customer invoicing, collections, cash application, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
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Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices in accordance with contract terms and resolve billing questions or discrepancies.
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Perform daily and monthly bank and cash reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded.
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Review and process employee expense reports for policy compliance, accuracy, and appropriate coding, while administering the corporate card program.
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Support the monthly close by preparing journal entries, accruals, schedules, and other required accounting documentation.
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Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and research and resolve reconciling items for review by the Controller.
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Support annual financial statement audits by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and responding to auditor requests.
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Help maintain and improve accounting policies, internal controls, process documentation, and operational workflows.
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Identify opportunities to automate accounting processes and apply AI and modern technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and the speed of the close.
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Contribute to accounting system improvements, special projects, and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally covering accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and general ledger responsibilities.
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Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and full-cycle accounting.
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Hands-on experience with cloud-based accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar systems.
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Advanced proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets and experience using Ramp or comparable expense-management tools.
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Strong attention to detail and organization, with the ability to meet close deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
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Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
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Collaborative, ownership-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
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Demonstrated interest in using AI, automation, and technology to improve accounting workflows and reduce manual effort.
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Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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CPA certification or progress toward CPA qualification is a plus.
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Experience in a high-growth technology or SaaS organization is preferred.
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Familiarity with revenue recognition under ASC 606 and SaaS billing processes is a plus.
Benefits
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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Stock options for full-time employees.
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401(k) or RRSP retirement plans.
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Unlimited vacation.
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Life insurance and disability coverage.
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Home-office funding.
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Monthly team lunches and quarterly team events.
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Annual company offsite.
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Remote-first work environment.
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Opportunities to work with AI-driven technologies and modern accounting tools.
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Direct collaboration with finance leadership and opportunities to contribute to process and system improvements.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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