Bookkeeper

BOOKKEEPER / SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
TORONTO, ON
$65K–$80K base salary
Full-Time

THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Senior Accountant to join our collaborative finance team in Toronto, ON. This is a hands-on role for an accounting professional who is ready to take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations while providing guidance and oversight to an Accounting Clerk.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play an important role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records, with a particular focus on Accounts Payable, reconciliations, month-end close, and accounting processes. You’ll be expected to work independently, identify issues before they become problems, and bring a practical, solutions-oriented approach to the business.

This role is well suited to someone who has strong accounting fundamentals, enjoys being close to the business, and is looking to take on greater ownership and leadership within a growing finance function.

You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager, Purchasing, Sales, Customer Service, vendors, and clients, while providing direction and support to the Accounting Clerk.

This is a 100% on-site position with the opportunity for the role to grow as the company continues to evolve.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting & Financial Operations

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring transactions are accurate, complete, and properly supported
• Oversee Accounts Payable processes, including invoice review, coding, approvals, vendor reconciliations, credits, prepayments, and payment preparation
• Review and resolve complex invoice, pricing, PO, freight, duty, and vendor discrepancies
• Review vendor statements and account balances to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of outstanding items
• Provide oversight and support for Accounts Receivable, including customer payment allocation, account reconciliations, and issue resolution
• Complete monthly bank and corporate credit card reconciliations and investigate variances
• Prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documentation required for month-end and year-end close
• Support the Finance Manager with month-end close, financial reporting, and other accounting requirements
• Ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, organized, and audit-ready
• Assist with year-end audit and external accounting requirements as needed

Team Support & Oversight

• Provide day-to-day direction, review, and support to the Accounting Clerk
• Review transactional accounting work for accuracy and completeness
• Help establish priorities and ensure accounting deadlines are consistently met
• Act as a resource for the Accounting Clerk, helping troubleshoot issues and develop their accounting knowledge
• Escalate unusual, high-risk, or unresolved accounting matters to the Finance Manager

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, workflows, and efficiency
• Help implement and maintain accounting procedures as the finance function evolves
• Participate in the company’s transition toward increased automation and AI-supported accounting workflows
• Leverage ERP and technology tools to improve accuracy, visibility, and efficiency
• Support the Finance Manager with special projects and process initiatives as required

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including strong Accounts Payable and general accounting experience
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting principles, including AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end processes
• Experience taking ownership of accounting processes with limited day-to-day supervision
• Experience reviewing accounting work and/or providing guidance to junior accounting staff is an asset
• Strong understanding of accounting controls, documentation, and financial accuracy
• Experience working with an ERP system; Acumatica is an asset but not required
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong systems aptitude and willingness to learn and implement new technology
• AP experience is particularly valuable; familiarity with AR and broader accounting processes is expected

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Confident working independently and making sound day-to-day accounting decisions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to review information critically, identify discrepancies, and determine appropriate next steps
• Strong follow-through and ability to manage competing priorities
• Professional and confident communicator with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Comfortable providing direction and support to a junior team member
• Practical, adaptable approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, informal office environment
• Curious and motivated to improve processes rather than simply follow them
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate directly and efficiently with the team

WHY THIS ROLE?

• $65,000–$80,000 salary
• Biannual bonus opportunity based on company and market performance
• 100% employer-paid benefits
• Two weeks' standard vacation, increasing with tenure
• Additional paid time off around long weekends and an extended paid holiday closure over Christmas/New Year
• On-site parking
• Casual, collaborative, and eclectic workplace culture
• Modern office
• Opportunity to take ownership of a broader accounting function and grow with the business
• Opportunity to provide guidance and mentorship to an Accounting Clerk
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting technology transition, including increased automation and AI-supported workflows

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DMC Recruitment uses a CRM system that includes AI-assisted screening and summary. However a human consultant makes the final decision on the suitability of every candidate for every role. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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