General Accountant

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Base pay range

CA$73,000.00/yr - CA$83,000.00/yr

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Senior Recruitment Consultant at Winchesters | Finance & Accounting

General Accountant

$73,000- $83,000 + bonus and benefits

Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented General Accountant to join a well-established organization operating within a consumer-focused industry. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role supports the day-to-day accounting operations of the business, with a strong emphasis on financial reporting and operating spend analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process and collaborate with the Accounting Manager to ensure accurate and timely monthly financial reporting.
• Record corporate accounting entries, including month-end accruals, prepaid expenses, bank transactions, and intercompany activity.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts (CAD and foreign currency), accrued liabilities, prepaid expenses, and other key accounts.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare analysis related to fixed asset depreciation and lease-related expenses for budget and forecast cycles.
• Produce and analyze monthly operating reports (actuals versus budget or forecast) and provide insights into spending trends.
• Work closely with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to ensure proper cut-off and accuracy of financial statements.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, including asset set-up, reporting, and ongoing analysis.
• Support cash management activities and respond to banking-related inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit monthly corporate, commodity, and withholding tax payments.
• Maintain the chart of accounts, including the setup of new accounts and structures for new business units.
• Complete required government and statistical reporting.
• Proactively identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• CPA designation completed or in progress.
• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and standard accounting practices.
• Strong technical accounting skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• 3–4 years of experience in general accounting and corporate financial reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is considered an asset.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Administrative

Industries

• Consumer Services and Food and Beverage Services