Financial Accountant (Intermediate) at Advantage… · Toronto

About Advantage Group International   Advantage Group International is the global intelligence partner transforming B2B collaboration. We deliver real-time, AI-powered insights that bring foresight and clarity to strengthen partnerships, empower better decisions, and drive sustainable growth.  Our unique intelligence model goes beyond basic reporting to turn complexity into clarity, providing businesses with trusted, actionable insights that drive stronger relationships between suppliers and retailers. With presence across more than 40 markets, we’re redefining how industries connect, collaborate, and grow.  As Advantage continues to expand and innovate globally, we’re seeking curious, collaborative, and impact-driven professionals to help shape the future of insight-led partnership and growth.  Why Join Us   • Shape the future of collaboration at a global intelligence company redefining how businesses grow.  • Make an impact by turning insight into stronger partnerships and real results.  • Work with global teams and leaders in an agile, high-performing environment.  • Thrive in a culture that values clarity, curiosity, and innovation.  • Grow your career through meaningful work, development, and competitive rewards.  Who We’re Seeking to Join Our Team:  We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically capable Intermediate Financial Accountant to join our global finance team, supporting our Australia and broader APAC entities. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role focuses on accurate financial reporting, balance sheet integrity, and compliance support across multiple entities and jurisdictions. The ideal candidate has a solid accounting foundation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within established processes while continuing to develop their technical and professional skills. What Success Looks Like in this Role:  Financial Reporting & Compliance  • Prepare and post routine month-end journal entries, including accruals, payroll-related journals, fixed assets, and other standard adjustments.  • Prepare payroll journals and superannuation entries based on payroll system exports.  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances in a timely manner.  • Support the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages for APAC entities.  • Assist with year-end audit preparation, including supporting schedules, reconciliations, and responses to auditor requests.  • Liaise with external accounting and tax advisors to support statutory reporting, tax filings, and local compliance requirements.  • Review financial outputs received from external providers (e.g., India and China entities) for completeness and accuracy before upload into the consolidation system.  • Deliver bi-weekly cash flow projections.  • Assist with ad hoc finance tasks and analysis as required.  Multi-Entity Accounting  • Support accounting activities across multiple legal entities and currencies.  • Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.  • Assist with foreign exchange remeasurement entries and related reconciliations.  • Coordinate with regional finance contacts and third-party providers to ensure timely and accurate financial data submission.  • Support indirect tax filings (e.g., GST) and other recurring compliance requirements under supervision.  Operational Finance Support  • Assist with month-end close activities, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations.  • Support monitoring of cash balances and preparation of basic cash flow reports.  • Maintain accounting documentation, working papers, and process notes.  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including system enhancements, process refinement, and documentation.  • Support the transition of selected accounting activities from third-party providers to internal ownership, as directed.  • Actively leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity) to automate and improve month-end processes, reconciliations, and reporting workflows — bringing a continuous improvement mindset and enthusiasm for reshaping how finance work gets done.  • Partner with the AP, AR, and FP&A teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of reporting inputs.  Experience  • 3–5+ years in accounting roles, with experience supporting financial reporting and audits under ASPE and/or IFRS.  • Experience in a multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional, or multi-currency environment.  • Experience in a publicly listed company environment is an asset.  • Exposure to working with external accountants, auditors, or tax advisors.  • Experience using ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, NetSuite, or equivalent.  • Background in SaaS, professional services, or global B2B organizations is an asset.  Skills  • Solid technical accounting knowledge with a strong desire to continue learning and developing.  • Strong Excel skills, including reconciliations, data analysis, and report preparation.  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.  • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and priorities in a structured, fast-paced environment.  • Team-oriented, proactive, and adaptable mindset.  Reporting Relationship: Finance Manager  Location: This role is remote. Location preferred in Toronto, Canada or Sydney, Australia.  Expected Salary Range: A$70,000.00 ($66,808.00 CAD) to A$85,000.00 ($81,124.00 CAD) Why Join Us?  This is a unique opportunity to be part of a global finance team building best-in-class reporting and compliance practices. We’re an innovative team leveraging new and emerging technologies to enhance finance operations. You’ll gain exposure to Board-level reporting, multi-national operations, and strategic initiatives alongside senior leadership. Join us and help shape the financial foundation of a growing, mission-driven organization.