Staff Accountant

We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team in Canada. In this role, you’ll support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, investigating variances, and maintaining accurate financial records. You’ll work closely with teams across Finance and the broader business while helping document and improve accounting processes through thoughtful use of technology and automation. 

This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands-on role in the close process from day one, while helping improve how the team manages accruals, international payroll, process documentation, and accounting automation.

StackAdapt is a Remote First company, we are open to candidates located anywhere in Canada. You will report directly to the Senior Manager, Controllership. 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals related to marketing, commissions, employee benefits, and payroll.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve reconciling items.
• Perform monthly fluctuation analysis across assigned balance sheet and P&L accounts, providing clear explanations for significant variances.
• Review financial information and supporting documentation from cross-functional teams to validate the accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
• Maintain organized, well-supported workpapers for internal and external audit requests.
• Document accounting processes and procedures from end to end to improve consistency and knowledge sharing.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, including through the thoughtful use of AI and automation tools.
• Collaborate with Finance and cross-functional partners on accruals, payroll, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
• Learn and navigate accounting systems such as NetSuite, FloQast, and Zip.
• Participate in accounting projects and other ad hoc initiatives as needed. 

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional accounting experience, including exposure to month-end close activities.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience preparing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, or variance analyses.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines during a time-sensitive close process.
• A structured, systems-oriented approach to breaking down and documenting processes.
• Curiosity and willingness to question the status quo and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Designated CPA or working towards obtaining your designation.
• Experience with NetSuite, FloQast, Zip, or another ERP or accounting system is an asset.
• Experience using AI or automation tools to improve accounting processes is an asset.