Senior Accountant – Tax & Internal Controls
Ville : Toronto
Catégorie : Hourly Temporary/Contract
Industrie : Recruitment/Staffing
Employeur : The Adecco Group
Adecco is currently hiring a Senior Accountant - Tax & Internal Controls for a full-time, 12-month contract position in Ajax, ON (hybrid). This opportunity is ideal for a highly analytical and detail-oriented CPA with strong experience in corporate taxation, internal controls, and audit who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing corporate tax processes, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, supporting audits, and leading internal control initiatives. You will also oversee a Financial Analyst and contribute to continuous improvement across finance functions.
Pay Rate: $37.00 – $42.00/hour
Location: Ajax, ON (Hybrid)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Contract: Full-time | Temporary (12 months)
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Responsibilities:
Act as the main point of contact and coordinator with internal and external stakeholders for the preparation and review of Canadian corporate income tax returns
Manage tax consultants by gathering data, conducting analysis, ensuring deadlines are met, validating fees, and reviewing deliverables related to SR&ED, commodity taxes, and Quebec Investment Tax Credits
Compute, prepare, and record Canadian income tax installments and remittances
Manage the preparation and booking of tax provisions, including researching legislative changes and assessing their impact
Review, analyze, and respond to communications from tax authorities and support tax audits across Canada
Provide guidance to accounting and business functions on sales tax, income tax, and withholding tax matters
Support intercompany reconciliations and ensure transfer pricing compliance, including maintaining up-to-date documentation
Lead internal control initiatives, ensuring coordination between Toronto and Montreal teams and adherence to deadlines and quality standards
Support harmonization of internal controls and liaise with global teams to ensure policy alignment and compliance
Supervise the day-to-day activities of a Financial Analyst and ensure quality and accuracy of work output
Support ad hoc finance projects and initiatives as required
Requirements:
University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA designation (required)
Minimum 7 years of experience, including 3–5 years in an accounting or audit firm and additional experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Strong experience in corporate taxation, audit, and internal controls
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Experience managing audits and ensuring compliance with internal control frameworks
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Self-starter with strong initiative and a collaborative mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools; experience with SAP is an asset
Understanding of AI impacts on finance/accounting is considered an asset
Must be legally authorized to work and reside in Canada.
Interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic recruitment team is ready to welcome you and support you on your path to success.
At Adecco, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values — Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customer-Centricity — by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we are shaping a future that works for everyone.
If you would like to learn more about Aspire Academy to enhance your skills for your next role, feel free to ask!
@@j
CAB1050