Job Description

Position Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Cambridge, ON

Work Location: On-Site

Work type: Full-Time

Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000

Benefits: RRSP matching, health/dental/vision, tuition & professional dues reimbursement, paid vacation

Get to Know Us

A privately held investment group that manages a diversified portfolio of assets across operating businesses, private investments, and real estate holdings. With a long-term ownership mindset, we focus on building sustainable value across our entities while maintaining the agility and culture of a close-knit, entrepreneurial organization. Our team works directly with ownership and executive leadership, offering meaningful exposure and the opportunity to make a real impact. As we continue to grow and professionalize our operations, we are building the systems, processes, and talent that will support the next chapter of our evolution.

The Position

We’re seeking a Senior Accountant to join a dynamic, multi-entity privately held investment group in a highly hands-on role reporting directly to the CFO. You’ll own the full transactional accounting cycle including AR, AP, payroll, reconciliations, and tax filings, while helping build the processes and systems that keep the organization running smoothly. Beyond day-to-day accounting, you’ll gain exposure to more complex accounting matters and financial reporting, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves while working closely with leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Transactional Accounting

• Execute full-cycle accounting across multiple entities including operating companies, holding entities, and investment vehicles
• Process all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Set up and execute banking transactions, including payments, transfers, and reconciliations
• Record journal entries, complete reconciliations, and maintain supporting schedules
• Maintain general ledgers and take full ownership of the accuracy of financial records
• Process payroll and administer related remittances and filings
• Prepare and file HST returns and other statutory remittances
• Own month-end and year-end close processes from start to finish
• Handle intercompany transactions across entities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all entities
• Produce consolidated reporting across entities
• Complete tax compliance filings and coordinate directly with external advisors
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and manage external audit processes as required

Process Improvement & Controls

• Optimize and document standardized accounting workflows
• Implement internal controls across entities
• Identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements independently
• Build scalable systems to support future growth

Systems & Automation

• Use accounting systems (MS Dynamics 365 Business Central) to automate manual processes
• Own data integrity and optimize reporting capabilities
• Lead system implementations and upgrades as needed
• Build templates, dashboards, and reporting tools for management

Qualifications

Required

• CPA designation (or near completion)
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (ASPE)
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting independently
• Advanced Excel skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across entities
• Professional discretion and integrity when handling confidential information

Assets

• Experience in a Family Office, private investment firm, or multi-entity environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Finance / Business Central)
• Experience with consolidations and intercompany accounting
• Exposure to investment accounting, real estate, construction, or private operating businesses
• Process improvement or system implementation experience

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate, timely financial reporting across all entities
• Clean, well-documented accounting processes
• Reduced manual work through automation
• Strong financial visibility for the CFO and ownership

Why Join Us

• Own the full accounting function — no silos, no handoffs
• Direct exposure to ownership and executive decision-making
• Broad scope across diverse entities and investments
• Build systems and processes from the ground up
• Clear path for growth as the Family Office expands
• Collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment