Senior Accountant

About the Company

Export Packers Company Limited is a multi-faceted, growth-oriented international food company. Since 1937, this privately owned family company based in Ontario, Canada, has built itself into a global food expert, providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to its industry partners. The company’s success is driven by its dedicated employees' professionalism and entrepreneurial spirit. Our Head office is located in Brampton, Ontario.

Role Summary

We are seeking a technically strong and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Controller, this role is responsible for supporting the integrity of the Company’s financial reporting through balance sheet reconciliations, month-end and quarter-end close activities, financial statement preparation, audit support, tax compliance, and intercompany accounting. The successful candidate will be an independent thinker and collaborative team player with a strong accounting foundation, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This position serves as a key partner to the Controller in maintaining the overall health and accuracy of the Company’s financial records while supporting ongoing financial reporting and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures to support accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with ASPE.
• Prepare account analyses and supporting schedules to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies, variances, and reconciling items.
• Ensure all assigned reconciliations and reporting deliverables are completed within established timelines.
• Support monthly tax filings and related compliance requirements.

Balance Sheet Integrity & Accounting Operations

• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and appropriate supporting documentation.
• Monitor the overall health of the balance sheet and proactively identify issues, risks, or unusual transactions requiring further review.
• Partner with the Controller to maintain strong oversight of balance sheet accounts and support effective financial management.
• Prepare and reconcile intercompany accounts, ensuring timely investigation and resolution of discrepancies.
• Analyze financial transactions to ensure compliance with ASPE, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support the integrity of the general ledger.

Audit, Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Support external audits, including year-end financial statement audits, banking audits, tax audits, and other compliance reviews.
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and respond to auditor requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with value-added tax filings, audits, and regulatory inquiries as required.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
• Support the documentation and maintenance of accounting procedures and controls.

Cash Flow & Financial Analysis

• Assist with cash flow reporting, analysis, and forecasting activities to provide visibility into the Company’s cash position and working capital.
• Analyze financial results, balance sheet trends, and accounting issues to support management decision-making.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports as required.

Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with the Controller on day-to-day accounting activities, special projects, and departmental priorities.
• Collaborate with Finance team members and cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives and financial reporting requirements.
• Assist in maintaining a strong control environment and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness within accounting processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably gained within a public accounting firm environment. Big Four or mid-sized public accounting experience is considered a strong asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA designation with final requirements nearing completion.
• Strong understanding of ASPE and financial statement preparation.
• Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting month-end and year-end close activities.
• Experience supporting external audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Understanding of cash flow reporting and working capital concepts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, financial analysis, and complex formulas.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or similar ERP systems is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• This position is based in a professional office setting, with work primarily performed at a desk using a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.

Benefits

• Hybrid – 1 day work from home per week
• Summer hours
• Competitive vacation and Personal day policy
• Employee Discounts on consumables
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Benefits
• RRSP Match Program

The annual base salary for this role is expected to fall between $80,000 and $100,000.

This is an existing vacancy.

Export Packers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with Export Packers in accordance with Federal and provincial laws.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Export Packers has an Accommodation Policy as part of our hiring process. Should you require accommodation, please advise the People & Culture Department.

Please note: A criminal background check is required for all candidates and will be conducted in the final stages of the hiring process. This will be facilitated by our team, with full details provided during the selection process.