Senior Staff Accountant

 Hi there! We are Scale Up and our client is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant !

About The Opportunity

Our easy going and supportive work culture offers employees training, opportunity for growth and work-life flexibility. As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will be one of the core pillars of our team working directly with other team members to provide high-quality services to our clients. Your duties will include overseeing the accounting operations of our company, mentoring and reviewing the work of our staff accountants, managing financial transactions, performing tax research, preparing financial statements, communicating directly to the clients virtually and through email, developing and implementing financial policies and procedures, delivering advisory services and contributing to the success of the entire team.

This role is open for candidates based in Latin America and offers a flexible work environment to work remotely. The office is located in Ottawa, Ontario (west end).

Your Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the company
• Ensure posting accurate and timely recording of financial transactions
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Review general ledger transactions, accounts payables and accounts receivable of client’s books
• Assist with month-end closing procedures for clients
• Manage client relationships all the way from onboarding to tax filings
• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations for improvements to financial performance
• Work closely with other departments and team members to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis
• Provide guidance and mentorship to other accounting staff as required, including assigning and reviewing their work
• Work on ad-hoc projects related to accounting
• Make recommendations for process improvements and/or internal controls
  
  

Your Skills & Experience

• Accounting degree
• 5+ years of experience in a senior accounting role
• Knowledge of Canadian tax regulations and compliance requirements is an asset
• Experience with Quickbooks Desktop and Quickbooks Online (or similar systems)
• Experience with Dext is an asset
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Organized, deadline-driven, and work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and find solutions independently
• Interest in learning and trying out new software/technologies
  
  

If this opportunity sounds good to you, send us your resume!