At Foresight Canada, we’re not just envisioning a sustainable future—we’re creating it. As the nation's leading cleantech accelerator, we thrive on collaboration. From cleantech entrepreneurship to accounting, from operations to HR, from events and marketing to partnerships, we bring together exceptional individuals with diverse expertise to tackle the climate crisis through innovation and determination. Join us in our mission to help the world do more with less, sustainably.
About The Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to manage and enhance our financial operations. This role will play a pivotal part in advancing Foresight’s objectives by ensuring accurate financial reporting, optimizing processes, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance, with exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Day-to-Day Activities: will include and are not limited to the following: processing accounts payable and receivable, preparing journal entries, assisting with month-end close procedures, reconciling bank and general ledger accounts, and generating financial reports.
Accounts Management: lead the accounts payable, and receivable processes in order to maintain timely and accurate general ledger accounts.
Financial Reporting and Month-End Close: support the maintenance of the general ledger accounts, journal entries and reconciliations. Assist in monthly, quarterly, and year end financial close processes. Prepare accurate financial statements and reports to support decision-making and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Budgeting and Forecasting: support the development and maintenance of our annual budget and provide financial insights and forecasts to guide strategic planning.
Compliance and Audits: Adhere to financial regulations to support the preparation of tax filings and coordinate internal and external audits.
Project Management: As the incumbent grows in the role, there is an opportunity to develop project management skills by advising on contracts, supporting full-cycle project management alongside project managers, and ensuring financial workflows align with key deliverables. This includes tracking project milestones, coordinating financial reporting, and enhancing collaboration between finance and project teams.
Key Competencies:
Attention to detail: Ensuring accuracy in financial records and reports.
Time management: Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Communication and collaboration: Uses professional written communications and works effectively with finance, operations, and external vendors.
Process improvement mindset: Identifies and implements efficiencies in financial workflows.
Experience We’re Looking For:
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management roles, with a strong understanding of general accounting principles.
Proven ability to prepare accurate financial statements and reports, including month-end and year-end closings.
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing financial data to support strategic decision-making.
Familiarity with managing audits and ensuring compliance with tax regulations and accounting standards.
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g Quickbooks, Xero) and advanced Google Sheets skills, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
CPA designation is beneficial but not mandatory.
Why You’ll Love Foresight:
Our permanently remote work policy offers flexibility and work-life balance
Three weeks of paid vacation per year, plus a company-wide closure in December to unplug and recharge
Four additional PTO flex days
Health benefits and life insurance, including dental
Company-wide wellness days off scheduled throughout the summer
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Remote
RATE: $60,000 - $70,000 plus benefits
How We Hire
Foresight recognizes that the best teams include diverse voices. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, you can inquire about accommodations if you're invited to an interview.
Don’t sweat it if you don’t have everything listed above. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and are excited about this opportunity, then we want to hear from you!
We don’t rely on automated tools to sift through applications—every resume is carefully reviewed by a real person to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We’re excited to consider your application! Please note that applications will be reviewed starting Tuesday March 4th, and continue until the position is filled. Only candidates being contacted for an interview will be notified. Thank you for your patience and interest in this opportunity!
About Foresight
Foresight Canada helps the world do more with less, sustainably. As Canada's largest cleantech innovation and adoption accelerator, we connect public and private sectors to the world’s best clean technologies. We de-risk and simplify the adoption of solutions that improve productivity, profitability, and economic competitiveness, all while addressing urgent climate challenges. We are well-positioned to lead the green economic transition, having supported 1,210+ companies to generate $500M in revenue and $1.8B in capital support, run 60 industry challenges, created 8,500+ green jobs, and reduced a projected 70+ Mt of GHG emissions. Find out how we’re redefining acceleration at foresightcac.com, and join the conversation on LinkedIn.
