602 Staff Accountant jobs in Canada

Overview Languages

English

Education Experience On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

Overview Languages

English

Education Experience On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

**Accountant**

Reports to

Controller/Assistant Controller

Location

Sysco Canada

Type

Ft/Permanent

Closing Date

29 Aug 2025

Pay Range 45,916k - 95,474k

**Company Overview**

Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and service to deliver the freshest of foods and ideas to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply, delivery, culinary and more.

With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2024 that ended July 2, 2024, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion USD.

Sysco, one of Canada’s Best Employers 2024, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations.

Sysco is more than just a place to work. Our passion for food and our customers has made us the industry leader. To remain on top, we will continue to think bigger, work harder and never give up. Are you ready to drive success?

For more information, visit or follow us @SyscoCanada at facebook.com/SyscoCanada; twitter.com/SyscoCanada or instagram.com/SyscoCanada

**For a full list of opportunities, visit** **

**Role:**

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Analysis and Reporting, the Accountant is responsible for effectively managing the full cycle accounting process, preparing and analyzing reporting packages and completing reconciliations.

**Role Responsibilities:**

- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts. Perform ongoing review investigation and correction to ensure consistency and accuracy
- Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital. Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet, and intercompany accounts. Investigate and present solutions for any related discrepancies
- Perform intercompany consolidation and monthly settlement of intercompany transactions
- Monitor compliance with Sysco’s policies, procedures & accounting standards, e.g. SOX, FAMM, etc.
- Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports
- Maintain fixed assets sub-ledger and reporting and ensure all fixed asset transactions are submitted to the fixed asset system on a timely basis
- Prepare weekly and monthly reporting for internal, Corporate office and external reporting.
- Act as a subject matter expert for internal departments; provide accurate and timely information and support to the Manager, Financial Analysis and Reporting and Corporate Controller
- Collaborate with other members of the Finance Team to achieve overall operating objectives
- Conduct ad hoc projects as required
- Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met.
- Is willing to work safely with minimal environmental impact and understands the importance of reporting all hazards, incidents, and environmental spills immediately to their Supervisor.
- Understands that they play an integral role in their own safety and that of their colleagues and is willing to speak out when hazards are present.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements (About you):**

- Must have a minimum of 1-2 years in an accounting related role.
- High School diploma required
- Completion of Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related degree preferred.
- CPA designation or currently working toward an accounting designation preferred.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office; proficiency in AS400 system a plus

Internal candidates apply via the Career Centre on your HR Portal / ADP Workforce Now.

External candidates submit cover letter & resume via Purpose:***

**Connecting the world to share food and care for one another**

***Our Mission:***

**Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions**

***Our Identity:***

**Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain**

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

**Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco associates enjoy:**

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP • TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

Overview Languages

English

Education Experience On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Personal suitability

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented accountant with focus on reconciliations. You will be performing account, transactions, invoice and back reconciliations and general accountant tasks to support normal functioning of the Department.

To ensure success you should exhibit sound knowledge of best practices in general accounting and experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities:

• Reconciling accounts transactions and invoices on regular intervals
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Reconciliation of accounts payable/receivables
• Entering financial data into books, spreadsheets, or accountancy software
• Keeping financial records organised and easy to access
• Locating or tracking invoices, receipts, purchase orders and other financial records
• Paying wages, paying suppliers, and releasing money for refunds
• Ensuring that the records abide by financial regulations
• Performing record keeping and preparing financial reports
• Checking for financial irregularities, data entry errors and potential fraud
• Perform other duties to normal and proper functioning of the Department
• AR billing cycle and collection experience
• WSIB, EHT, HST fillings and audits

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or associate degree in accounting, finance, or related.
• At least 2 years' experience as accountant, or similar, in Canadian Construction sector.
• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software, such as Quickbooks or Sage 300 CRE is a plus.
• Extensive experience in account reconciliation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Keen attention to detail.
• Great time management and organisational skills.
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.
• Englishis required

Job Description

Job Description

Company/Organization Information

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Job Information

• Job Title: Accountant
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Tasks

• Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting or other tax requirements.
• Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.
• Maintain or examine the records of government agencies.
• Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
• Advise clients in areas such as compensation, employee health care benefits, the design of accounting or data processing systems, or long-range tax or estate plans.
• Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Provide internal and external auditing services for businesses or individuals.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Advise management about issues such as resource utilization, tax strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts.
• Represent clients before taxing authorities and provide support during litigation involving financial issues.
• Prepare forms and manuals for accounting and bookkeeping personnel, and direct their work activities.
• Appraise, evaluate, and inventory real property and equipment, recording information such as the description, value and location of property.
• Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend, develop, or maintain solutions to business and financial problems.

Work Activities

• Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Communicating with Persons Outside Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
• Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
• Performing Administrative Activities - Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Skills

• Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Operations Analysis - Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
• Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Abilities

• Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• Number Facility - The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• Category Flexibility - The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
• Speech Recognition - The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Perceptual Speed - The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.

Work Styles

• Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Achievement/Effort - Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
• Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
• Independence - Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
• Self Control - Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Leadership - Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
• Innovation - Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
• Concern for Others - Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
• Social Orientation - Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

Tools & Technology
Tools used in this occupation:

• Personal computers

Technology used in this occupation:

• Accounting software
• Compliance software
• Customer relationship management CRM software
• Data base reporting software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Development environment software
• Document management software
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software
• Financial analysis software
• Human resources software
• Inventory management software
• Office suite software
• Project management software
• Tax preparation software
• Time accounting software
• Transaction server software

Knowledge

• Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
• Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
• Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
• Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Job Description

Job Description

Accountant
Full Time

Are you a motivated and passionate individual, eager to advance your career? As one of Canada’s leading Mechanical/Electrical engineering firms, INVIRO is looking for a dedicated team member to join our growing team. Working with us means you'll be part of a close-knit team, tackling diverse and challenging projects in the ICI sector, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why INVIRO?
At INVIRO, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment. Our office, which is WELL Health-Safety Certified, is designed to promote a safe and healthy atmosphere where every team member can thrive. Joining INVIRO means becoming part of a family that values your contributions and is dedicated to achieving collective excellence. We are excited to see what you bring to our team!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with and report to Controller.
• Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and administrative duties.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, vendor bills and payments.
• Prepare and manage projects as it relates to fees, progress billings and overseeing collections.
• General accounting responsibilities including general ledger and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Assisting with fees, estimates, budgets, and forecasts.
• Prepare financial reports on a weekly and monthly basis or as needed.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Review, analyze, and rectify discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• Ensure the strict confidentiality and privacy of financial records as they relate to the organization and its business partners.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications & Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in Bookkeeping required.
• College or University degree/diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation is required.
• Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks is required.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word is required.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.

Position Details:

• Type: Full-time
• Location: Scarborough, Ontario
• Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application for consideration. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation Notice:

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met while keeping all details strictly confidential.

Each qualified applicant will receive consideration for employment without being subject to discrimination based on any characteristics protected by law.

Recruitment Agencies:

Applications submitted by individual candidates are welcomed. Applications submitted by recruitment agencies or recruiters with which INVIRO does not have an existing agreement, no referral fees will be paid. Unsolicited resumes or applications from such agencies or recruiters will be deemed to be referred without fee or any other charges.

Join us at INVIRO and be part of a team that values your growth and success!

Apply Today!

 

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Job Description

Job Description

Our client, located in the heart of downtown, is looking for a full-time
Junior Accountant to join their growing dynamic team. Reporting into
the Senior Accountant, the Junior Accountant will oversee all duties for
Accounts Receivable functions. As the Junior Accountant, you will be
assisting in month-end tasks, cash flow preparations, HST calculations
and account reconciliations. The Junior Accounts duties will include,
but not be limited to the following:

• Implementing process improvements and drive automation
• Full Cycle Accounts Receivable
• Fixed assets
• Journal Entries
• Investigation and reconciliation of key Asset and Liability accounts
• Complete ad-hoc tasks The qualifications and education required for the Junior Accountant role is:
• Degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Prior experience working in an accounting role, preferably Accounts Receivable
• Industry experience is considered an asset
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferable SAP, and Microsoft Office

The required skills for this Junior Accountant role is:

• High attention to detail
• Quick learner with ability to navigate Finance and internal reporting systems
• Knowledge of Accounting principles, practices and procedures
• Flexible and adaptable to the changing requirements
• Strong organizational and planning skills

In exchange for your hard work, you will receive a competitive base
salary, full benefits, as well as lunch and cellphone allowance.

Job Description

Job Description

Accountant

Our client is seeking an Accountant to join their team. This role is responsible for supporting full-cycle accounting and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of monthly financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, experience in financial statement preparation, and a proactive approach to process improvement within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Your success will be defined by your ability to:

• Record transactions and prepare financial records to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Analyze financial statements and reports, to identify trends and discrepancies
• Assist with preparing Year-End Reports
• Assist with the implementation of a new ERP system by entering and validating data
• Provide support to the team with ad hoc tasks

Your strengths include:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting
• Intermediate Excel skills: data mining, complex formulas, pivot tables, and automation
• Experience with Great Plains is an asset
• Proven experience as an Accountant, with minimum 5 years of experience required
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines

If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the "Apply " button to send your resume directly to Eric Motuzas.

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