Finance and Accounting Jobs in Canada

about finance and accounting jobs

Do you cherish a balanced set of books? Are you driven by a need to succeed through sound financial planning and management? Do you see numbers as the ultimate language of truth? If this sounds like you, then finance and accounting is an ideal place for you to work! When you're ready to look for your next financial job, we can help you find exciting new career opportunities.

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Randstad finance & accounting is unique among recruitment firms. We say that with confidence born of success and a steadfast, non-negotiable value proposition from which all our decisions are made. Everything we do is a result of our expertise, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to recruitment excellence.

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average finance and accounting salaries

Salaries for finance and accounting jobs range from around $30,000 to well over $100,000. This wide range is due to the variety of financial and accounting jobs and required skills.

Entry-level clerk positions in billing, payroll, and accounting start on the low end of this scale. Supervisory and management positions that require more experience will fall in the mid to high range.

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Some of the most popular finance and accounting jobs in Canada are listed below. Learn more about these roles.

learn about financial jobs

Depending on your area of interest and skill set, there are many financial jobs in demand across Canada. Some of the most popular financial jobs available include:

where you can work

When you think of finance and accounting jobs, you probably think of banks, accounting firms, and financial institutions that handle, exchange or manage money.

Though these institutions are the largest employers in the financial sector, there are opportunities to be found in insurance, government and other businesses. Most companies have a financial component that requires in-house financial expertise.

your day to day tasks

As a part of a financial or accounting team, your day to day tasks may include:

administering accounting processes
analyzing company finances
managing or processing payroll and employee benefits
managing or processing invoices
preparing tax records and statements
developing investment strategies
updating financial information
making budget recommendations
clerical duties related to finances
interfacing with customers or clients
managing other employees

what you bring to the table

To thrive in a finance or accounting job, you must be a numbers person. If you enjoy crunching numbers and sifting through data, finance is the right place for you!

In addition to being all about the numbers, you'll need to be highly organized, methodical and a problem-solver. Attention to detail is also incredibly important, as something as small as a missed comma or zero can change your data significantly. Skill in sales, communications, and management will also help you progress into senior finance jobs.

training and certifications

Most jobs in the finance and accounting sector now require an undergraduate degree, however, a diploma, certification or related experience may suffice, depending on your job.

Finance and accounting jobs also have numerous certifications available. From CPA accreditations for accountants to CFA designations for financial analysts to CBAP certifications for business analysts, there are plenty of ways to demonstrate your expertise. Once you've decided what area you want to specialize in, look into the appropriate certifications in your province.

where your career is headed

As the baby boomer generation looks toward retirement, senior roles in finance and accounting are opening up to younger generations.

Entry and mid-level financial jobs provide you with the opportunity to grow and gain the experience needed to take over senior and managerial roles in the future. Roles you can grow into include: accounting supervisor, accounts payable manager, accounts receivable manager, payroll manager, tax manager, and controller, among others.

we partner with finance and accounting talent

We live in a world where a successful career increasingly depends on who you know. Luckily, you know us. Our decisions are based on a holistic understanding of what it takes to succeed in today’s business climate.

Our priority is on your near and long-term goals and personal objectives. As you develop your career, we're here to help you find opportunities.

we use cutting edge technology

Technology has shifted the recruitment paradigm. We're committed to providing access to innovative technologies that ensure your continued growth. Worldwide, we invest in strategic technologies, which allow us to pave the way and set the standard of service we offer to finance and accounting talent.

As much as we depend on technology to help us maintain a high level of service, we also embrace the people side of recruitment. With a healthy combination of technology and people skills, we build long-lasting relationships that stand the test of time.

we help finance and accounting talent thrive

You’re a finance and accounting specialist. We feel the same way about recruitment. Our recruiters know the roles they hire for inside and out. Our knowledge, innate understanding, and personal experience make us a true partner as you develop your career.

We're committed to improving our technical & interpersonal skills to ensure that you're working with a recruiter who is specialized in finance and accounting and fully equipped to understand your needs and expectations.

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