About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant to join our finance team. Accountants work across multiple clients and will be based either working from home, while other clients may require onsite - this role therefore is considered a hybrid role with some days on site and some work from home.
This role is ideal for a designated CPA (or candidate actively working toward their CPA designation) who brings strong ERP system experience and a hands-on approach to improving financial processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening our clients financial reporting, optimizing their recently implemented ERP system, and identifying opportunities for process improvement on the finance side.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development and enhancement of financial reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with business needs.
- Assist with the configuration, optimization, and ongoing setup of the ERP system as it relates to financial functions.
- Perform full-cycle accounting duties, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
- Review existing financial processes and workflows to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
- Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules.
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting.
- Collaborate with other Accountants and cleints icnluding Controller and cross-functional teams to ensure financial data integrity within the ERP environment.
- Support compliance with applicable Canadian accounting standards (ASPE/IFRS as applicable) and internal controls.
- Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting as required.
Qualifications
- CPA designation, or actively pursuing a CPA designation (required).
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong, demonstrated experience working with ERP systems (required).
- Experience with Epicor ERP strongly preferred.
- Solid understanding of full-cycle accounting and general ledger functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools - dashboard reporting is essential and advanced Excel is mandatory.
- Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities within a defined contract timeline.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
What We Offer
- A focused, opportunity with meaningful impact across multiple clients.
- The chance to help shape and optimize financial systems and reporting.
- A collaborative, hybrid work environment.
How to Apply: https://careers.risepeople.com/macmillan-consulting/en/16110_general-accountant
Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
Experience:
- Accounting : 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CPA Designation or final stages (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON
