At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll, accounting activities, and financial reporting for a growing retail business.
- Company: A respected family-owned organisation with a strong presence in Canada.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our workplace values.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in a thriving business.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of accounting experience and a professional designation like CPA or CMA.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 95000 £ per year.
Are you a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership, driving accuracy, and contributing to a prominent and continually growing business? Our client, a well-established family-owned organization with respected retail brands across Canada, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in Prince Edward Island. This is a permanent, full-time role, ideal for a proactive, practical, and detail-oriented individual who can confidently step into the role and quickly make an impact.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities for the Job:
- Manage and process biweekly payroll
- Prepare and review full-cycle accounting activities, including:
- Payroll
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Fixed Assets
- General Ledger
- Support monthly and year-end financial reporting processes
- File monthly GST and HST returns
- Perform account reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data
- Assist with cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting activities
- Support inventory accounting and fixed asset tracking
- Conduct variance analysis and provide meaningful financial insights to management
- Assist with year-end audit preparation and reporting requirements
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulations, and reporting obligations
Experience & Attributes for Success:
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within small-to-medium-sized businesses
- Professional accounting designation such as CPA, CMA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and full-cycle accounting processes
- Extensive payroll experience and confidence managing payroll independently
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics & advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Experience in a retail environment is considered an asset
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and team members
If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.
Senior Accountant in Cornwall employer: Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing
Join a well-established public accounting firm in Bedford that values diversity and inclusion, offering a collaborative work culture where your contributions are recognised. As a Senior Accountant, you'll enjoy meaningful client interactions, opportunities for professional growth, and the potential for long-term career progression within a supportive environment focused on mentorship and operational efficiency.
Contact Details:
Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing Recruitment Team
