[Hiring] Senior Accountant @Canopy Growth Corporation

Role Description

The Senior Accountant reporting to the Manager, Accounting will be part of the general accounting team responsible for the month-end close of several legal entities. This includes:

• Posting journal entries including preparation of journal entry support
• Preparing account reconciliations
• Reviewing income statement account activity to identify potential required accounting adjustments
• Preparing variance analyses comparing actual results to prior periods and expectations
• Assisting in other day-to-day accounting and finance activities of the organization

Responsibilities

• Maintain and process monthly journal entries, including those related to prepaids, accruals, and other routine or adjusting entries
• Preparing supporting documentation and analysis for journal entries
• Performing general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Preparing bank reconciliations and posting manual journal entries from bank statements
• Reviewing income statement accounts and preparing appropriate adjustments to ensure proper period-end accounting
• Reconciling intercompany accounts ensuring all required adjustments are recorded
• Preparing financial statement variance analysis to prior periods and budget
• Preparing regulatory filings (HST, etc.)
• Preparing schedules and reconciliations for external audits and regulatory reporting
• Support with external audits during quarterly reviews and year-end audits
• Execute and maintain internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in their implementation within the general accounting team
• Other ad hoc projects and duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business or equivalent required
• 3-5 years of accounting experience
• CPA designation considered an asset
• Experience with accounting and/or enterprise reporting systems preferred
• Strong understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles
• Ability to interpret financial reports, ledgers, graphs, and tables
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with strong attention to detail
• Flexible and able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment
• Strong work ethic with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across levels of the organization
• Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and accountability in day-to-day responsibilities
• Team-oriented and adaptable, with a proactive approach to supporting the priorities of the general accounting team

Requirements

• This is a full-time, fully remote position based out of Ontario.
• Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 CAD

Benefits

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Paid vacation
• Participation in our employer-supported retirement savings program