Junior Accountant

Role overview

A growing organization in Etobicoke, Ontario is looking for a Junior Accountant to join its finance team. This is a strong fit for an accounting professional who is working toward CPA certification and wants broader exposure across several operating entities. The role offers a collaborative setting with close access to senior finance leaders, practical day-to-day responsibility, and the chance to build technical accounting capability while supporting core financial operations.

The position suits someone who enjoys variety, works well in a team, and is comfortable handling both operational accounting and month-end close work. The base pay for this role is CAD 60,000 to CAD 85,000, depending on experience.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will contribute to the full-cycle accounting process across multiple entities and support the finance team in daily and period-end tasks.

• Handle full-cycle accounting activities across several entities.
• Create and record journal entries accurately.
• Manage accounts payable processing and keep vendor information up to date.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Help maintain an accurate and reliable general ledger.
• Assist with financial reporting and preparation of working papers.
• Support audit, tax, and compliance-related work.
• Look for ways to improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Partner with internal teams and help with ad hoc finance projects.
• Work closely with finance leadership on reporting priorities and business initiatives.
• Contribute to a cooperative, high-performing team culture.
• Take ownership of a range of accounting duties while continuing professional growth.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will bring a solid accounting foundation, good technical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-moving environment.

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Currently pursuing CPA designation or actively enrolled in the CPA program.
• 2 to 5 years of accounting experience, including exposure to full-cycle accounting.
• Good understanding of accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• Experience supporting financial reporting and keeping the general ledger accurate.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize work in a busy environment.
• Comfort working independently while also collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to learn, take responsibility, and support different areas of the business.

Preferred background

• Experience in mining, manufacturing, industrial, construction, natural resources, or similar operational settings.
• Prior exposure to multiple entities or business units.
• Experience in a small to mid-sized company with broader accounting responsibilities.
• Full-cycle accounting experience in an industry environment.

Who this role is suited for

This opportunity is ideal for someone actively working toward CPA designation who wants to keep building an accounting career. It suits a hands-on professional who likes learning every part of the accounting function, adapts easily, and is comfortable stepping into different responsibilities as needed. The employer is seeking someone who wants a long-term role with exposure to both operational accounting and financial reporting.

Additional information

Background screening may be required during onboarding, depending on the role and client requirements. The organization also uses AI technology to support application screening and assessment, while every application is reviewed by the recruitment team. This posting relates to an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current opening.

Equal opportunity statement

The employer is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other protected status.