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Senior Accounting Specialist

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Demonstrated experience supporting multiple legal entities.
  • Manage full-cycle bookkeeping incl. AR, reconciliations, and journal entries/GL maintenance.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes across all entities.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Pay Rate

$70,000 CAD – $85,000 CAD (Annum)

Description

The Senior Accounting Specialist is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial records across multiple legal entities. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong hands-on bookkeeping experience, advanced excel skills (i.e. Power Query, pivot tables, macros etc.), the ability to manage competing priorities, and a solid understanding of multi-entity accounting and period end close processes. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across multiple entities, ensuring proper segregation, consistency, and integrity while processing high volume daily transactions. 
  • Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, including:
    • Accounts receivable. 
    • Bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations. 
    • Vendor reconciliations. 
    • Related party reconciliations. 
    • Journal entries and general ledger maintenance. 
  • Support month‑end and year‑end close processes across all entities.
  • Prepare and review intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable regulations. 
  • Assist with financial reporting, including internal management reports. 
  • Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors as required. 
  • Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy. 
  • Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff as needed. 
  • Respond to finance‑related inquiries from internal stakeholders. 

What We’re Looking For 

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or similar field. 
  • 5+ years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience. 
  • Professional accounting designation or progress toward one is an asset. 
  • Demonstrated experience supporting multiple legal entities. 
  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations. 
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks or similar). 
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail. 
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
  • Strong organizational and communication skills. 
  • Accuracy and attention to detail. 
  • Ownership and accountability. 
  • Confidentiality and integrity. 
  • Strong problem‑solving skills. 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. 

Compensation & Perks

  • $70,000 – $85,000 Annual Compensation.  
  • Annual Bonus.  
  • Health & Dental Benefits.  
  • Health & Wellness Spending Accounts.  
  • Perkopolis Staff Discounts.  
  • On-site Gym + Plant Fitness Membership Concession.  
  • Coffee Bar with Barista + Unlimited Snacks.  
  • Monthly Events, Friday Lunches & Daily Breakfast.  
  • Professional Growth & Development Opportunities.  

Space Ops welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI Disclosure: As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI-enabled tools to support the screening and assessment of applications. All AI-generated recommendations and outputs are reviewed and validated by our recruitment team. 

Company Overview

At Space Ops, we’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and builders passionate about creating technology that makes a difference. We thrive on collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning, empowering every team member to make an impact. If you’re looking for meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and a fun, supportive culture where great ideas come to life, Space Ops is the place for you. 🚀