BESTECH is an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering services firm with over 25 years of proven success across many engineering disciplines.

Operating at over 100 employees strong, we know that our value comes from our incredible team.

We pride ourselves on being a Partner of Choice, not just to our clients but to our community and our employees.

This means ensuring not only that we are a company that clients want to work with but that we are a company our team would continue to choose to work for.

As part of this promise, we are committed to prioritizing employees, maintaining open communications, and consistently improving and growing.

Whether you are entering the workforce and looking to learn from the best or moving towards the next phase of your career and eager to help usher in the newest generation of subject matter experts, BESTECH is the place for you.

Position Overview Intermediate Accountant

As an Intermediate Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial health and operational efficiency of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary engineering firm. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and analytical professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to financial reporting, process improvements, and regulatory compliance. You will be responsible for managing month-end processes, reconciling accounts, supporting ERP system enhancements, and assisting with special projects and internal controls. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a company that values innovation, continuous improvement, and its people.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Financial Reporting & Month-End
  • Assist in managing financial reporting and processes, ensuring accuracy in journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end reporting.
  • Oversee month-end processes to meet reporting deadlines.
  • Performs investigations and reconciles discrepancies.
  • Performs detailed reviews, audits and variance reports.
  • Performs detailed calculations, applying proofs and reasonability tests.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial regulations, and industry best practices.
• Accounts Receivable
  • Monitor and update AR aging report, ensuring DSO KPI is maintained.
  • Oversee and escalate overdue AR accounts as necessary.
  • Calculate, review, and test foreign currency accounts and exchange gain or loss.
  • Regulatory, Insurance & Special Projects
  • Lead or contribute to professional insurance renewals, regulatory filings, and compliance certifications.
  • Lead or contribute to special projects, including grant applications and funding initiatives.
• ERP System & Process Improvements
  • Maintains and configures key financial elements within the ERP system, including GL accounts, project attributes, tax and ledger settings.
  • Develops and implements best practices for accounting workflows and financial reporting.
  • Assist with process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and strengthen internal controls.
• Team Support & Other
  • Serve as backup to Accounting team members, providing support during absences.
  • Act as an internal resource for finance-related inquiries and helpdesk support.
  • Other duties as assigned.
    

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred but not required.
• 3 years of progressive experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting (AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting).
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (familiarity with AX is an asset) and accounting software.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvements and implementing internal controls.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Working Conditions

• This position is performed in a traditional office setting.
• Occasional extended hours may be necessary during critical financial reporting periods or organizational projects.

Term: Full-Time, Permanent

We invite applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. BESTECH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of our career posting, please contact Human Resources at (705) 675-7720 or [email protected]. All responses are appreciated and will be handled with strict confidence. Please be advised that only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.