Accountant

Did you know that the oldest recorded form of accounting dates back over 7,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia, where clay tokens were used to track livestock and goods?

With its carefully preserved historic interior, a venue in Montreal stands as a sought-after social and cultural destination for locals and tourists. A diverse team, including talented chefs, seasoned event organizers, and respected figures from the arts and entertainment industry, is committed to delivering a unique luxury experience featuring a restaurant, performance space, and event hall.

They seek a full-time Accountant to join their team and report directly to the Director of Operations. This role will involve establishing procedures and controls for collecting, analyzing, verifying, and reporting financial data.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain detailed monthly financial statements accompanied by thorough documentation.
• Record journal entries and accruals in the general ledger.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Validate and reconcile all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Analyze all profit and loss accounts, elucidating any variances.
• Oversee payroll management.
• Verify intercompany transactions.
• Ensure timely submission of requisite government filings.
• Compile year-end files for external accountants.
• Establish and document work procedures and processes.
• Foster effective communication and relationships with division managers.
• Undertake additional administrative tasks as directed by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA designation preferred.
• Profound understanding and practical experience in Canadian accounting practices.
• At least three years of relevant work experience with a CPA designation or at least ten years of senior bookkeeping experience without a CPA.
• Experience in the restaurant, hotel, or similar event/conference industry.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and various accounting software.
• Familiarity with external systems such as banking, POS, and HR software is advantageous.
• Bilingual proficiency in written and verbal communication (French-English) is a nice-to-have
• Self-motivated and adaptable, capable of working independently and meeting deadlines.
• Strong multitasking abilities and adept at prioritizing tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with a keen eye for detail.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become part of our team!