Senior Accountant

Montreal - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our growing finance this role you will be the backbone of our day-to-day accounting operations. You will take ownership of the month-end close process along with key accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) ensuring accuracy IFRS compliance and operational excellence. Working closely with the Financial Controller and external bookkeepers you will help streamline workflows strengthen internal controls and support the companys continued growth. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting foundation who is eager to grow and make an impact in a fast-paced mission-driven tech environment.

Key Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle accounting and support the month-end close process in coordination with external bookkeepers including preparation of journal entries (prepaids accruals revenue) and supporting working papers.
Ensure accounting transactions comply with IFRS local accounting standards tax and legal requirements.
Own end-to-end Accounts Payable operations including posting reviewing and maintaining supporting documentation in Float managing payment runs and handling daily vendor communications.
Support Accounts Receivable activities including issuing invoices monitoring collections and assisting with revenue recognition in accordance with IFRS 15.
Maintain payroll expense documentation and ensure accurate recording.
Design implement and maintain reconciliation processes with a focus on AP and Revenue accounts.
Review quarterly sales tax filings prepared by external bookkeepers.
Assist in the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial reports including consolidated financial audit preparation and external auditor requests.
Assist with strengthening internal controls improving accounting processes and supporting budget-to-actual analysis and forecasting as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
A CPA designation (or actively pursuing) is preferred.
3 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong emphasis on full-cycle month-end close.
Experience in a tech/startup environment or from a Big 4 public accounting firm is a must.
Strong hands-on experience with Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable and General Ledger functions.
Solid understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) specifically exposure to revenue recognition (IFRS 15).
Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Xero Float and Deel is required).
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (an Excel assessment will be conducted).

What We Offer

Join an early-stage well-financed company with a clear purpose.
Advance Novistos mission of contributing to sustainability by empowering companies to make better ESG data decisions.
Generous health benefits (100% Insurance coverage & access to Dialogues telemedicine app).
Flexible schedules & opportunity to work remotely.
4 weeks of vacation.
Stock option plan.
Summer hours.
A beautiful office in Old Montreal close to downtown and the metro.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Key Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle accounting and support the month-end close process in coordination with external bookkeepers including preparation of journal entries (prepaids accruals revenue) and supporting working papers.
Ensure accounting transactions comply with IFRS local accounting standards tax and legal requirements.
Own end-to-end Accounts Payable operations including posting reviewing and maintaining supporting documentation in Float managing payment runs and handling daily vendor communications.
Support Accounts Receivable activities including issuing invoices monitoring collections and assisting with revenue recognition in accordance with IFRS 15.
Maintain payroll expense documentation and ensure accurate recording.
Design implement and maintain reconciliation processes with a focus on AP and Revenue accounts.
Review quarterly sales tax filings prepared by external bookkeepers.
Assist in the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial reports including consolidated financial audit preparation and external auditor requests.
Assist with strengthening internal controls improving accounting processes and supporting budget-to-actual analysis and forecasting as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
A CPA designation (or actively pursuing) is preferred.
3 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong emphasis on full-cycle month-end close.
Experience in a tech/startup environment or from a Big 4 public accounting firm is a must.
Strong hands-on experience with Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable and General Ledger functions.
Solid understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) specifically exposure to revenue recognition (IFRS 15).
Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Xero Float and Deel is required).
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (an Excel assessment will be conducted).

What We Offer

Join an early-stage well-financed company with a clear purpose.
Advance Novistos mission of contributing to sustainability by empowering companies to make better ESG data decisions.
Generous health benefits (100% Insurance coverage & access to Dialogues telemedicine app).
Flexible schedules & opportunity to work remotely.
4 weeks of vacation.
Stock option plan.
Summer hours.
A beautiful office in Old Montreal close to downtown and the metro.

Required Experience:

Senior IC