Senior Accountant

100% Remote - Hiring in Canada

Urbint uses AI and the latest industry science to identify threats to workers and infrastructure to stop safety incidents before they happen. Urbint surfaces risk at the point of work, enabling energy and infrastructure companies to prevent worker injuries and asset damages. Many of the largest energy and infrastructure companies in North America trust Urbint to protect workers, assets, communities, and the environment. 

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is essential to our finance team, responsible for managing key accounting functions and ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a solid accounting background, with at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in accounting. This role requires a proactive professional who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting:

• Assist and own the  preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports across  global locations
• Coordinate the year-end audit process , acting as a liaison with external auditors
• Prepare necessary schedules and documentation to support external audits
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

2. General Ledger Management:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Execute  month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations and  consolidation procedures for all locations

3. Account Reconciliation:

• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting and other key accounts to ensure proper recording of transactions across all global locations
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and variances.

4. Payroll processing:

• Manage bi-weekly/monthly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees for our US and international employees. 
• Review and verify timesheets, manage employee benefits deductions, and handle payroll tax calculations and filings.
• Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve employee compensation and benefits issues, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations.

5. Revenue, Billing and collection:

• Oversee revenue recognition processes in accordance with ASC 606/IFRS 15.
• Manage the billing cycle to ensure timely and accurate invoicing for services rendered.
• Monitor collections, follow up on outstanding receivables, and address any discrepancies

6. Managing commission payments:

• Oversee the calculations,  distributions and communication , ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain commission records, track performance against targets, and collaborate with Sales and HR teams to address inquiries.

7. Tax and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Coordinate with the tax consultant to manage annual tax filings and documentation, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Support or manage any tax audits as needed, coordinating with tax authorities and preparing all required documentation.

8. Special Projects:

• Participate in special accounting projects and initiatives as needed.
• Provide financial analysis and support for various business decisions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of three of accounting experience working in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP 
• Proficiency and experience in ERP systems (such as Sage Intacct or Netsuite)
• Experience working in with spreadsheet tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
• Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with tech startups is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Canada tax and compliance requirements is a plus 

Skills:

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness in financial reporting and account reconciliation.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to identify and resolve accounting issues effectively.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork: A collaborative team player with a proactive, "can-do" attitude, ready to support colleagues and mentor junior staff. 

Work Environment:

• Office setting with remote work options.
• May require extended hours during peak periods, such as month-end and year-end close.

Compensation:

• The target base salary for this role is C$75,000 to C$85,000 plus equity. 

Benefits

• Generous supplemental medical insurance coverage for yourself and your family
• Life and accidental insurance for up to $500,000 
• Flexible PTO policy
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• We are 100% Distributed - work from almost anywhere. This role requires frequent business travel to the US. Ideal candidate would be located in Ontario
• Monthly work from home stipend and one time stipend for home office set up

Urbint's Core Values

• Passionate about customers: We strive to deliver sustainable value and exceed expectations, and we’re not satisfied until our customers are raving fans.
• Be decisive: We make timely, informed, and pragmatic decisions to keep the organization moving forward.
• Build trust: Our values are the building blocks to trust. As we live them, we grow and build lasting relationships.
• Focus on impact: We measure and strive to continuously improve our real-world impact.
• Be tenacious: We are agile in our approach to addressing challenges but firm in our beliefs.
• Win together: We efficiently leverage our diverse skills and perspectives for one another, united by our shared vision.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.