Sr. Accountant (Thorold)

We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join our team in Thorold, Ontario on a Contract basis. In this role, you will play a key part in month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, and fund accountability, supporting accurate and timely financial insights across multiple programs and entities. The ideal candidate is a fast learner, highly analytical, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven setting with strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: - Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and trial balance review - Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports with clear budget vs. actual analysis and commentary on key variances - Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including development of assumptions, resource planning, and program-level allocations - Perform detailed financial analysis and expense reporting to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual fund reporting packages, ensuring reconciliation to the general ledger and compliance with funding requirements - Maintain and monitor funding agreements to ensure proper use of restricted funds and adherence to reporting obligations - Support audit processes by preparing working papers, including accruals, deferred revenue schedules, and allocation support - Build and maintain financial models and reporting tools in Excel to support forecasting, analysis, and reporting consistency - Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. - At least 5 years of experience in financial analysis, financial reporting, or a similar accounting-focused role. - Demonstrated ability to prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis with a high level of accuracy. - Hands-on experience using Sage 300 and advanced Excel for financial modelling and reporting. - Strong understanding of general ledger structures, funder reporting, and audit support documentation. - Ability to investigate discrepancies, assess data quality, and resolve reporting issues efficiently. - Familiarity with business systems and reporting tools, platforms, or related applications is considered an asset. - Solid planning, review, and ad hoc reporting capabilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French. © 2025 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2p6p7q