Senior Accountant

Are you looking to grow your impact with a leading Montreal top employer?

Set sail for your next career move with CSL.

We’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join our accounting department team in Montreal and support the initiatives that align with our commitment to sustainable shipping.

At CSL, we acknowledge that our employees are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer much more than just a job:

• Pension plan – Your future, perfectly secured with an RRSP plan in place.
• Peace of mind guaranteed: Unlock our exceptional benefits package! Enjoy top-tier healthcare & access to dental coverage (100% to 95% employer-paid), life insurance up to 2.5x your salary, a generous bonus program, gym membership allowance, and much more.
• Experience Our Anchor Days: offering flexible work hours and freedom to work from home up to 2 days per week to help fit your lifestyle.
• With a global presence comes a diverse workforce – we bring together talent from all corners of the world to drive innovation and success: CSL values diversity and inclusion, allowing everyone to thrive.
• Continuous professional development: We invest in your growth with training and advancement opportunities.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the month-end close and financial reporting for allocated entities, ensuring accurate accounting across multiple systems and compliance with ASPE or IFRS. The role includes the preparation of statutory financial statements, year-end audits, maintains key reconciliations, and oversee specialized accounting areas such as joint venture equity accounting and insurance claims

• Manage the month-end close process for regional entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Ensure proper interface and reconciliation with multiple systems (Oracle, IMOS, Concur)
  • Record operating expenses, fuel, and trade costs
  • Review overhead transactions and record necessary accruals
  • Prepare monthly consolidated financial results
  • Record equity income from joint venture partnerships
• Prepare statutory financial statements for multiple entities
• Participate in the annual year-end audit, including preparation of supporting schedules, review of impairment analyses, and drafting of position papers
• Maintain insurance claims accounting records and related supporting documentation
• Prepare and review monthly reconciliations for general ledger accounts
• Apply accounting policies in compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards
• Support the implementation and enhancement of accounting and internal control policies
• Prepare ad hoc reports and financial analyses, as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement of departmental processes, procedures, and tools
• Perform other related duties, as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA preferred

• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably within a large organization

• Advanced Excel skills; working knowledge of Oracle and Power BI is an asset

• Strong accounting expertise, including ASPE and IFRS

• Highly meticulous with excellent attention to detail; able to manage large volumes of data

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present analyses to non‑finance stakeholders (e.g., Operations and Commercial teams)

• Ethical, accountable, and deadline-driven

• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills

Apply Today!

The CSL Group Inc. (“CSL”), based in Montreal, Canada is a world-class provider of complex marine solutions with a rich history dating back to 1845. As the world’s largest owner and operator of self‑unloading vessels and the third‑largest operator of cement carriers, we are also a recognized leader in high‑efficiency transshipment solutions and offshore logistics. Each year, we transport and handle millions of tonnes of cargo for industrial clients around the globe.

At CSL, we foster a culture rooted in safety, sustainability and innovation, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive, work with purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

We thank you for your interest and your application; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.