Staff Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Assist in the month-end closing procedure by preparing journal entries, conducting account reconciliations, examining variances, and ensuring precise financial records are maintained.

• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, which include accruals related to marketing, commissions, employee benefits, and payroll.

• Complete reconciliations for balance sheets, investigate discrepancies, and address reconciling items effectively.

• Conduct monthly fluctuation analyses across assigned balance sheet and P&L accounts, offering insights for significant variances.

• Review financial data and supporting documentation from cross-functional teams to validate accounting records.

• Maintain organized and well-supported workpapers for both internal and external audit requests.

• Document accounting processes and procedures comprehensively from start to finish.

• Identify potential enhancements to accounting workflows through the use of AI and automation tools.

• Collaborate with Finance and cross-functional teams on accruals, payroll, financial reporting, and initiatives aimed at process improvement.

• Acquire knowledge and proficiently navigate NetSuite, FloQast, and Zip.

• Engage in accounting projects and ad hoc initiatives as required.

• Report directly to the Senior Manager of Controllership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 0–4+ years of applicable professional accounting experience, including co-op or internship exposure, particularly in month-end close activities.

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.

• Experience in preparing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, or variance analyses.

• Strong attention to detail with the capability to meet deadlines during a time-sensitive closing process.

• A systematic, structured approach to breaking down and documenting processes.

• A curious mindset with a readiness to challenge the status quo and identify areas for improvement.

• Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities.

• Designation as a CPA or actively working towards obtaining this certification.

• Familiarity with NetSuite, FloQast, Zip, or another ERP or accounting system is advantageous.

• Experience utilizing AI or automation tools to enhance accounting processes is beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Highly competitive salary

• Retirement/401K/Pension savings options available globally

• Competitive paid time off packages, including a day off for birthdays!

• Access to a comprehensive mental health care program

• Health benefits from the first day of employment

• Work from home reimbursements

• Optional global WeWork membership for those seeking a change from their home office, with hubs in London and Toronto

• Robust training and onboarding program

• Coverage and support for personal development initiatives such as conferences, courses, books, etc.

• Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications for continuous learning

• An exceptional parental leave program

• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive company culture

• Opportunities for social and team events!

• Candidates may also qualify for annual bonuses, commissions, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits package.