Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the Controller, this individual will play a key role in the day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and ongoing improvement of financial processes and systems.

The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting, combined with the analytical capabilities to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and operational decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to a proactive individual who enjoys taking ownership of their work, solving problems, and contributing beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Perform month-end and year-end accounting activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
• Assist the Controller in maintaining an efficient and reliable monthly close process.
• Manage and support accounts payable activities, including vendor reconciliations and payment processing.
• Support accounts receivable processes and collaborate with the accounting team to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, HST filings, and other routine accounting and compliance requirements.
• Support inventory accounting, including inventory reconciliations, valuation, and cost of goods sold analysis.
• Assist with external audits, year-end requirements, and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and financial projections.
• Analyze monthly financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, identifying significant variances and underlying business drivers.
• Prepare financial and operational analysis to support management decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs), including sales, gross margins, inventory, and operating expenses.
• Support profitability analysis by customer, product, and business segment.

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Analyze accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory balances to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor key working capital metrics, including inventory turnover, receivable days, payable days, and the cash conversion cycle.
• Support the preparation of financial reporting packages and schedules required by lenders.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Background in full cycle accounting, including exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting.
• Experience in an inventory-intensive business environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to take ownership of responsibilities in a growing business environment.

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