13 Jul Accountant / Senior Accounting Technician – Sherbrooke, QC

Well established in Sherbrooke for nearly 60 years, our client operates primarily in the commercial construction industry. Recognized for the quality of its customer service, reliability, and strong values of mutual support and kindness, the company continues to grow and is seeking an experienced professional to oversee all accounting and administrative activities across its operations.

The Role:

Reporting to management, the successful candidate will play a key role in the company’s accounting and administrative functions. This person will be responsible for the full accounting cycle, as well as several responsibilities specific to the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage the full accounting cycle;
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable;
• Perform bank reconciliations;
• Prepare journal entries and financial reports;
• Monitor invoicing and collections;
• Review technicians’ timesheets;
• Prepare and process payroll;
• Request hiring and layoff numbers from the CCQ;
• Issue Records of Employment (ROEs);
• Process government remittances;
• Manage and follow up on matters involving the CCQ, CNESST, and Revenu Québec;
• Obtain and maintain valid Revenu Québec certificates;
• Manage insurance certificates;
• Prepare letters and documentation required by the CCQ and CNESST;
• Assist in preparing year-end files for external accountants;
• Handle various administrative follow-ups related to the company’s projects and operations.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for an autonomous, detail-oriented, and experienced professional who enjoys variety and wants to play a central role within a small or medium-sized business.

• Education in accounting or equivalent experience;
• Significant accounting experience, ideally in the construction industry;
• Strong knowledge of the full accounting cycle;
• Knowledge of the CCQ and CNESST is a strong asset;
• Excellent proficiency with computer tools and accounting software;
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently;
• English is considered an asset;
• A CPA designation is not required.

What Our Client Offers :

• Above-market compensation;
• Four weeks of vacation;
• A permanent position with a solid and growing company;
• A supportive, stable, and people-focused work environment;
• A team where mutual support and collaboration are genuinely part of the culture;
• The opportunity to take on a key and versatile role at the heart of the company’s operations.