Senior Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a one-year contract to provide maternity leave coverage and support the accounting operations of two Canadian entities.

Prepare and post month-end closing journal entries and support the overall close process. Prepare volume rebate and commission accruals and process related payments. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of account balances. Prepare and review financial statements, analyzing variances and investigating unusual fluctuations.

Compile and coordinate Canadian tax and regulatory remittances, including HST, QST, EHT, WSIB, and tariff-related payments. Assist with annual and quarterly audit procedures. Support cash planning, forecasting, and banking activities. Prepare and reconcile intercompany accounts. Coordinate and submit monthly and annual intercompany payments.

Review tariff charges, investigate discrepancies, and work with Farrow to review credits and resolve issues. Maintain and update purchase order approval routings in JDE as required. Prepare and submit various Statistics Canada monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Assist with the preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns.

Provide accounting and financial support to the Controller and other team members as needed. Follow all applicable company policies, including workplace conduct, safety, and harassment prevention policies. Perform other duties as required.

Proven experience in a Senior Accountant or similar full-cycle accounting role. Strong knowledge of month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Experience supporting Canadian accounting, tax remittances, and regulatory reporting is strongly preferred. Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) is preferred.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial data analysis. Ability to quickly learn and navigate financial systems, reporting tools, and other software applications. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research and interpret financial data efficiently.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and collaborate effectively with a broader finance team. Flexibility and adaptability when working through business changes and evolving priorities.

An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.

Compensation

commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors. Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

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