Accountant
Confidential job posting • Montréal, Quebec
Accountant
Expected salary range
Starting at $80,000
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Workplace
Job description
Confidential recruitment for a seasoned Accountant to join a Luxury brand automotive dealership in Brossard, Quebec. This is a confidential assignment on behalf of a respected client seeking to add to its finance team with an experienced professional.
Role at a glance This position is based in Brossard, Quebec. You will own the end-to-end accounting cycle for the Canadian entity, drive accurate reporting, ensure compliance with applicable standards and tax requirements, and provide strategic financial insight to support operations and growth within a dynamic automotive environment.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the monthly close process, ensuring timely, accurate financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards (ASPE/IFRS as appropriate) and internal control requirements.
- Manage the general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, vendor reconciliations, cash application, and aging analysis.
- Oversee inventory accounting and cost management, including standard costing, variance analysis, perpetual and period-end reconciliations, and cycle counts.
- Administer fixed assets and depreciation, capital expenditures tracking, disposals, and impairment considerations; maintain asset registers.
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition, project cost tracking, and related financial reporting in line with policy and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor treasury activities, bank reconciliations, cash forecasting, and liquidity management; optimize working capital.
- Maintain compliance with Quebec tax rules (GST/QST), payroll tax obligations, and other statutory filing requirements; coordinate with external advisors as needed.
- Prepare schedules and support for internal and external audits; respond to auditor inquiries and implement audit recommendations.
- Strengthen internal controls and governance practices; identify and implement process improvements, including automation and data integrity initiatives.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, planning, and sales teams to provide financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analytics.
- Perform ad hoc analyses, capital budgeting support, cost-benefit analyses, and special projects as required.
- Maintain accurate chart of accounts, data integrity, and reporting standards; familiarize stakeholders with financial results and drivers of performance.
- Effectuate the payroll, group insurance and CNESST for employees
Required qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience; automotive manufacturing or distribution experience strongly preferred.
- Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) or active progression toward designation; bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
- Solid knowledge of Canadian GAAP (ASPE/IFRS as applicable) and Quebec regulatory requirements; familiarity with GST/QST and payroll tax compliance.
- Strong cost accounting and inventory management experience; proficiency with standard costing and variance analysis in a manufacturing setting.
- Experience with DMS systems,( Serti , CDK ) and advanced Excel;
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and present clear recommendations.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational discipline, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Bilingual: fluency in French and English preferred; effective communication with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- Proactive team player capable of working independently and within a diverse, confidential environment.
What we offer
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine and employee assistance program.
- Support for professional development, certifications, and ongoing training.
This is a confidential opportunity intended for qualified professionals who can contribute to a high-caliber finance function within the automotive sector.
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