Role overview

Description

The General Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close, preparing financial reports and reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policy. This role also owns commission payment processing: calculating, validating, and ensuring commissions are paid accurately, on time, and in line with contractual agreements.

Compensation: CAD $68,000–$78,000

Vacancy Status: This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in a key role with immediate availability.
Hybrid Schedule:First week new hire training will be 3-5 days in office, then once per week in office on Thursdays.
Office Location: Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1J2

What You'll Do:

Prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries
Maintain the general ledger and perform account reconciliations
Support month-end and year-end close and financial reporting
Reconcile bank, credit card, and intercompany accounts
Monitor AR/AP and support tax and regulatory filings
Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
Calculate, validate, reconcile, and process commission payments
Review commission calculations and investigate discrepancies
Prepare commission statements and maintain supporting documentation
Support audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve accounting and commission processes
Assist with special projects and other finance-related duties as needed

What You'll Bring - Core Competencies:

Accounting Foundation: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; 3–5 years of accounting experience
Commissions & Close: Experience with commissions/incentive compensation and month-end close
Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS
Excel Proficiency: Advanced skills, including PivotTables and XLOOKUP
Systems Experience: ERP/accounting systems experience; NetSuite a plus
AI & Tech Fluency: Comfortable using AI-assisted tools (e.g., reconciliation support, reporting, data analysis) to boost accuracy and efficiency, while knowing when a task needs hands-on review
Analytical & Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Credentials: CPA designation or progress toward CPA is an asset

Smart Circle Internationalis a leading broker of outsourced sales and customer acquisition services. We help clients and independently owned and operated sales companies grow together through versatile in-person marketing and sales campaigns inside retailers, businesses and through door-to-door canvassing. We have corporate offices in Newport Beach and Toronto. Visit smartcircle.com to learn more!

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Smart Circle is committed to cultivating an environment that sparks curiosity, encourages bold thinking, and supports continuous development. We believe people thrive when they’re in roles that align with their strengths and ambitions, so we make space for individuals to stretch and explore new possibilities. Your next move matters so if you're looking for a place where ambition is celebrated and growth is tangible, Smart Circle may be the place for you!

Total Rewards:

Full-time positions qualify for a benefits package that includes vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and Basic Life insurance. Smart Circle also offers an employee referral program, opportunities for team building, growth, and development. Team members have on-demand access to an LMS with a variety of courses to further their professional and personal development.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We believe in equal opportunity. Each team member is recruited, employed, evaluated, and considered for promotion without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability status, or any other protected characteristic under state or federal law. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic and expect all team members to treat others with dignity and respect.