Senior Accountant, Markham
Senior Accountant, Markham
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Markham I3P, Canada
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Senior Accountant The Andromeda Group, a division of Constellation Software (TSX:CSU), is seeking a Senior Accountant to work in a hybrid role, two to three days a week, in the Markham, Ontario office. This role is perfect for someone looking for a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment that offers rewarding challenges.
If you are a strong performer with experience in the calculation, posting, and reconciliation of Payroll (salary and hourly wages), benefits, payroll taxes, and share‑based compensation in a company with a complex matrixed structure, we would love to talk to you about this unique opportunity.
This role offers meaningful exposure to IFRS, financial close, and cross‑functional collaboration, and is well‑suited for a high‑performing accountant looking to deepen their technical expertise while adding value beyond core payroll accounting. The successful candidate will own key aspects of the payroll accounting process and support broader financial reportingand IFRS analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare the CAD and USD payroll journal entries utilizing the Great Plains import function
Ensure the month‑end hourly compensation accrual is calculated and recorded
Coordinate the month‑end salary cross‑charge of resources to various departments and business units, such as M&A departments
Calculate the CAD and USD benefit allocations and ensure the allocated amounts reconcile
Ensure all CAD and USD payroll‑related remittances&invoices are allocated to business units such as Workers Compensation, BC EHT, and ADP Tax
Perform the calculation, journal entry preparation, reconciliations, and variance analysis on key payroll‑related processes (salary and hourly wages), benefits, and payroll taxes, as well as provide information to management on reporting for quarterly strategic reviews
Support supplemental IFRS assessments, documentation, and audit inquiries as required
Apply professional judgment when evaluating accounting treatments and identifying areas that require further analysis or consultation
Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and documentation
Technical And Educational Qualifications
A university degree in Finance and Accounting or equivalent experience is preferred
CPA strongly preferred
Experience with working on payroll accounting in a complex matrixed organization
Ability to manage and prioritize competing deliverables in a fast‑paced environment
Superior verbal and written communication, presentation, and analytical skills, with the ability to drive useful business insights and think outside the box
Strong business acumen, with an ability to focus on continuous improvement
Ability to be a self‑starter, proactive, and work independently while navigating ambiguity and structuring ambiguous problems to solutions
Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting concepts, with the ability to apply professional judgment and prepare well‑supported accounting analyses and documentation
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (specifically Advanced Microsoft Excel skills)
Experience working with offshore teams is a plus
Experience working with Great Plains (transitioning to a new ERP) and ADP is a plus
Salary Range (Ontario&BC Only) The estimated base salary range for this role is CAD$67,500.00— CAD$82,500.00 per year. We include salary ranges in job postings only where required by applicable pay transparency laws, based on the jurisdictions in which the role may be performed. The posted range is a good faith estimate and reflects factors that are subject to change. Final offer amountsmay vary based on job‑related factors, including work location, candidate experience and expertise, and other relevant considerations.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.
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If you are a strong performer with experience in the calculation, posting, and reconciliation of Payroll (salary and hourly wages), benefits, payroll taxes, and share‑based compensation in a company with a complex matrixed structure, we would love to talk to you about this unique opportunity.
This role offers meaningful exposure to IFRS, financial close, and cross‑functional collaboration, and is well‑suited for a high‑performing accountant looking to deepen their technical expertise while adding value beyond core payroll accounting. The successful candidate will own key aspects of the payroll accounting process and support broader financial reportingand IFRS analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare the CAD and USD payroll journal entries utilizing the Great Plains import function
Ensure the month‑end hourly compensation accrual is calculated and recorded
Coordinate the month‑end salary cross‑charge of resources to various departments and business units, such as M&A departments
Calculate the CAD and USD benefit allocations and ensure the allocated amounts reconcile
Ensure all CAD and USD payroll‑related remittances&invoices are allocated to business units such as Workers Compensation, BC EHT, and ADP Tax
Perform the calculation, journal entry preparation, reconciliations, and variance analysis on key payroll‑related processes (salary and hourly wages), benefits, and payroll taxes, as well as provide information to management on reporting for quarterly strategic reviews
Support supplemental IFRS assessments, documentation, and audit inquiries as required
Apply professional judgment when evaluating accounting treatments and identifying areas that require further analysis or consultation
Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and documentation
Technical And Educational Qualifications
A university degree in Finance and Accounting or equivalent experience is preferred
CPA strongly preferred
Experience with working on payroll accounting in a complex matrixed organization
Ability to manage and prioritize competing deliverables in a fast‑paced environment
Superior verbal and written communication, presentation, and analytical skills, with the ability to drive useful business insights and think outside the box
Strong business acumen, with an ability to focus on continuous improvement
Ability to be a self‑starter, proactive, and work independently while navigating ambiguity and structuring ambiguous problems to solutions
Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting concepts, with the ability to apply professional judgment and prepare well‑supported accounting analyses and documentation
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (specifically Advanced Microsoft Excel skills)
Experience working with offshore teams is a plus
Experience working with Great Plains (transitioning to a new ERP) and ADP is a plus
Salary Range (Ontario&BC Only) The estimated base salary range for this role is CAD$67,500.00— CAD$82,500.00 per year. We include salary ranges in job postings only where required by applicable pay transparency laws, based on the jurisdictions in which the role may be performed. The posted range is a good faith estimate and reflects factors that are subject to change. Final offer amountsmay vary based on job‑related factors, including work location, candidate experience and expertise, and other relevant considerations.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.
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Company namePerseus Group, Constellation Software
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Job positionSenior Accountant
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