Overview

Our client is sourcing for a Senior General Accountant for 6-month assignment to permanent RESPONSIBILITIES: This position performs full-cycle accounting work involving any, or all of, the following: Prepare and maintain the month end, quarter end and year end closing entries and account reconciliations for various global entities Assist in the preparation of monthly management/departmental reports as required Assist in the external and internal audit process and annual tax returns Prepare/oversee various monthly filings including HST, regulatory and other business compliance filings Liaison with other departments across the company to ensure timely and accurate financial results Continuously improve operational and financial accounting processes and challenge status quo Support the finance team on various ad-hoc projects REQUIREMENTS: Mandarin speaking CPA/CGA/CA Designation or nearing completion 4+ years of progressive experience in a similar role (industry or public practice) Strong knowledge of ASPE and IFRS Experience in working in a Global multi-entity environment is an asset Experience with either SAP or Navision is a MUST HAVE Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills Experience in delivering timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis Excellent written and verbal communication skills Positive attitude, ability to work independently with minimal direction Self starter with ability to take ownership Highly analytical with strong problem-solving skills and detailed Pay Rate $45.00 / Hour How to Apply Click the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote # 479006. This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring's client. You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client's requirements for this role. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union member