Senior Accountant at bluecatnetworks in Toronto Office

Job description

• We are seeking a skilled and curious Senior Accountant to join our dynamic Finance Department. This role is a key member of the Group Accounting team, responsible for the financial operations across all subsidiaries within the BlueCat group. Reporting to the Senior Accounting Manager, the ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a self-directed approach to problem-solving, and genuine interest in using modern tools, including AI, to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end close, including but not limited to fixed assets, inventory, prepaid expenses, and accruals.
• Own the processes end-to-end, including evaluating and improving current processes and procedures
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations with supporting subledger maintenance and tie-outs
• Investigate and resolve outstanding GL and subledger discrepancies, including legacy acquisition-related entries
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Review financial data for accuracy; identify problems and support day-to-day operations
• Assist in ad-hoc reporting and projects
• Support the annual audit by preparing supporting schedules and selection support, as well as any tax support requested
• Assist in identifying areas for process improvements including process automation and participate in the implementation of those improvements (including UAT)

Requirements

• University degree in Accounting
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an Accounting role, including GL ownership and reconciliations
• CPA or similar designation preferred - 1 year post-qualified minimum, audit background desirable
• Strong, demonstrated depth in US GAAP
• Excellent Excel skills and comfort learning new systems (NetSuite experience strongly preferred)
• Proven track record of GL clean up and process improvements
• Strong curiosity and initiative, with a habit of researching independently before escalating
• Genuine interest in using AI tools to automate routine work and sharpen analysis
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines, especially around quarter- and year-end close
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team

Skills

Required

• Strong, demonstrated depth in US GAAP
• Excellent Excel skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong curiosity and initiative
• Genuine interest in using AI tools
• Willingness to learn

Preferred

• NetSuite experience
• CPA or similar designation
• Audit background

Benefits

• If you share our enthusiasm for the future of our company and are eager to contribute to our vibrant workplace, we look forward to receiving your application! Our comprehensive benefits encompass your health, financial well-being, and overall wellness, and we are committed to providing an exceptional work environment, enriching employee programs, and fostering a remarkable company culture. At our core, we champion values such as transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, the pursuit of enjoyment.
• A Professional Development Budget
• Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week
• A Lifestyle Spending Account
• An Employee Recognition Program
• Join us in shaping the future of our organization, where your talent and dedication can truly thrive. We invite you to apply and become a valuable member of our team!
• This position offers a salary range of $95,000 - $108,000 CAD per year plus participation in a discretionary bonus plan. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and qualifications. The role is for an existing vacancy.