Staff Accountant

Company DescriptionKonecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive, and sustainable way. That's why, with 16,000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle, and move what the world needs.Job DescriptionPosition Title: Staff AccountantLocation: Burlington, ON, L7L 6A4Job Summary:The staff accountant serves as a key financial partner to Operations, and Finance leadership, providing financial oversight across assigned projects and business units. This role is responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, compliance and performance visibility while proactively driving profitability, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.General Responsibilities:Act as the primary financial point of contact for assigned business areas, delivering timely and insightful analysis on revenues, costs, WIP, margins, orders, taxes, depreciation, etc.Own assigned monthly close activities, including account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.Drive continuous monitoring of cost baselines versus actuals, performing detailed variance analysis and partnering with stakeholders to address deviations and optimize financial outcomes.Support the development of annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts, contributing to financial planning and strategic decision-making.Maintain documentation related to internal controls, audits, and compliance requirements.Perform labor cost monitoring and productivity analysis, providing actionable insights on workforce utilization.Partner closely with Operations leaders to enhance financial discipline and strengthen cost management practices.Collaborate with the Business Controller and broader Finance organization on ad hoc analyses, reporting initiatives, and process improvement projects.Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.QualificationsEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration.Advance courses in Financial Management, Business Law and Computer Science are beneficial.SAP experience is preferred.Excellent administration and organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize. Very good interpersonal skills, open minded, eager to learn and self-motivated.Additional InformationWhat we’re offering in-return:RRSP MatchStandard Benefits (Dental, Vision, and Medical)Paid Holidays/VacationPersonal Emergency LeavesLearning Development ProgramsFlexible HoursShort & Long term Disability Plans"How to Reach Us"If you don't meet the desired criteria 100% and your resume looks like an experiment? Don't worry! Life experience is also important, so show us what you can do.Please send us your meaningful application documents online.In accordance with Ontario legislation, artificial intelligence may be used to support parts of the screening and selection process. All decisions involve human review.Grow your career with Konecranes and discover exciting opportunities while doing the work you love! Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs. Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category. Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency. Job Category: Please select Employee Group: Employee Employment Type: Undefined term Full-time/part-time position: Full-time Workplace Type: On-site Compensation: CAD 64000 - CAD 75000 - yearly

The Staff Accountant provides financial oversight for assigned projects and business units, ensuring accuracy in revenues, costs, and margins. They manage monthly close activities, perform variance analysis, and partner with operations to optimize financial outcomes.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration is required. Proficiency in SAP and strong organizational and interpersonal skills are preferred.

• RRSP Match • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Medical Insurance • Paid Holidays • Paid Vacation • Personal Emergency Leaves • Learning Development Programs • Flexible Hours • Short Term Disability Plans • Long Term Disability Plans

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• Financial Analysis
• Account Reconciliation
• Journal Entries
• Variance Analysis
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Internal Controls
• Labor Cost Monitoring
• SAP
• Financial Reporting
• Cost Management
• Compliance

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Logistics

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week