Staff Accountant

Impacto Talent is hiring on behalf of a fast-growing North American manufacturer of commercial and industrial LED lighting. Position Summary This role begins with ownership of the accounts receivable and payable cycles and expands into broader accounting responsibilities —month-end close, inventory tracking, and taxation support—giving the right candidate exposure to the full accounting cycle. It is a growth position with a clear path to Senior Accountant for someone who demonstrates strong technical skills, ownership, and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable & Payable Perform bank reconciliations Support accounts payable processing and vendor reconciliations Verify bank information for international vendors/payments Enter payments into the bank portal for approval General Accounting & Month-End Actively participate in the month-end close process Track inventory monthly: download the inventory valuation report at the start of each month, review additions and disposals during the period, and confirm costs are correctly assigned to each product Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations Support the full accounting cycle and annual review Administrative & Process Collect and maintain donation receipts and credit card confirmation documents Support AR/AP process automation initiatives Handle other accounting tasks that arise in the ordinary course of business Participation in Other Areas Confirm Canadian sales taxes (GST/HST/PST) are correct on AR invoicing and support their filing Support US Sales & Use tax compliance and filing Prepare and send AR invoices to customers, confirming applicable sales taxes (GST/HST/PST and US Sales & Use tax) are correctly applied Assist with audit preparation and support the annual review Participate in meetings with Project Managers to align on billing and account status Track advance customer payments and enter customer deposits Conduct invoice follow-ups and manage collections communications with customers Required Skills & Qualifications Fluent in English, both written and spoken, for customer-facing and internal communication. French is a plus. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 4+ years of accounting experience covering AR/AP and general accounting Good understanding of the full accounting cycle and annual review process Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations Audit experience Accounting experience under US and/or Canadian accounting practices Experience working in Odoo (or a comparable ERP system) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel at an intermediate/advanced level, including VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and Pivot Tables Preferred / Assets Experience in inventory-based or manufacturing/distribution businesses Soft Skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work collaboratively across departments Self-directed and able to manage recurring deadlines Work arrangement Contract Type: Independent contractor | Monthly Salary | USD Payment. 2 weeks of paid vacation. US public holidays. Work Schedule: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.