Accountant

Job summary

Own assigned consolidation processes, perform variance analysis, and prepare quarterly reporting packages, journal entries, reconciliations, and fixed-asset schedules. Support audits, acquisitions, process improvements, and accounting projects while resolving intercompany issues and ensuring timely financial close.

Job details

LeverageTek is actively seeking a Senior Accountant, Consolidations for a permanent, full-time position with its Ottawa-based customer. Work Location The successful candidate will be required to work 4 days per week on-site at the customer headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario. Key Tasks Take ownership of assigned consolidation processes and act as primary point of contact for stakeholders outside the department Perform complex variance analysis across face statement groupings Prepare and analyze financial-related quarterly reporting packages including variance analysis and cash flow statements Set manual foreign currency rates for key accounts to ensure proper elimination within the consolidation tool Review intercompany balances at the consolidated platform level and resolve any identified breaks Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for timely and accurate monthly financial close Prepare and review PPE additions and disposals; maintain CWIP and fixed asset schedules Provide quarterly and year-end audit support Contribute to process improvement initiatives focused on automation, streamlining, SOX 404 controls, and reducing human error Assist with integration of new assets and acquisitions into the consolidated accounting and reporting process Support the Manager, Accounting with ad-hoc requests and special projects Key Qualifications 4+ years of full-cycle accounting experience with a minimum of 1 year of hands-on consolidation experience Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP; IFRS knowledge is an asset Private-sector accounting background with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant work experience CPA designation or scheduled to write the CFE within the next 12 months preferred but not required Experience with OneStream and/or D365 is an asset Solid MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables Strong time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills Flexibility to work additional hours during quarter-end and peak periods Ability to work onsite in Ottawa a minimum of 4 days per week Compensation $80,000 – $95,000 annually About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes. Don't let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management. LeverageTek is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our customers, the candidates we represent, and the diverse communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. LeverageTek is committed to employment equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, and marital status. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. LeverageTek's specialized recruiting professionals use their expertise and our proprietary AI to accelerate connections between top talent and leading companies, while ensuring all screening and hiring decisions remain with our expert human team.

What you’ll do

Own assigned consolidation processes, perform variance analysis, and prepare quarterly reporting packages, journal entries, reconciliations, and fixed-asset schedules. Support audits, acquisitions, process improvements, and accounting projects while resolving intercompany issues and ensuring timely financial close.

Requirements

Requires at least four years of full-cycle accounting experience, including at least one year of hands-on consolidation experience, and demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP; IFRS is an asset. A bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience is required, while a CPA designation or plans to write the CFE within 12 months is preferred; OneStream or D365 experience and strong Excel skills are assets.

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Consolidation Accounting
• Full-Cycle Accounting
• US GAAP
• IFRS
• Variance Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Cash Flow Statements
• Foreign Currency Accounting
• Intercompany Reconciliation
• Journal Entries
• Account Reconciliations
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Audit Support
• SOX 404 Controls
• OneStream
• Microsoft Excel

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Energy