Staff Accountant II

POSITION SUMMARY

The Staff Accountant II is responsible for supporting the period-end close process, maintaining general ledger integrity, and delivering financial analysis across multiple plant locations.  This role partners with operations and accounting leadership to provide insights into performance, cost drivers, and variances.

responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.

Maintain accuracy and integrity of the general ledger in accordance with accounting policies and IFRS.

Analyze financial results, including month-to-date and year-to-date variances across multiple facilities.

Partner with plant and operations management to explain performance, identify trends, and support decision-making.

Analyze manufacturing costs and investigate variances, providing root cause analysis and recommendations.

Prepare and deliver value-added financial analysis and reporting to management.

Respond to requests from plant teams and provide timely financial and accounting support.

Communicate proactively with the Accounting Manager and/or Controller regarding financial results, risks, and emerging issues.

Lead and complete complex project work and financial analysis for management.

Budget & Forecast

Partner with Operations to support budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and performance tracking.

Provide analytical support to improve budget alignment and forecast accuracy.

Compliance & Audit

Ensure compliance with internal control requirements and identify opportunities to strengthen processes.

Support internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation.

Business Support & Process Improvements

Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives and provide support on special projects and ad hoc analyses.

Support ERP system activities, including master data maintenance, and participation in system implementations and upgrades.

Mentor and support development of junior team members.

General Accounting & Other Activities

Support periodic physical inventory counts by assisting with pre-count planning, providing real-time support while counts are being executed, and participating in variance analysis / reconciliation.

Oversee accounting for vendor and customer programs (rebates, FAA, special events, etc.) including the maintenance of contracts in SAP, monthly accruals, periodic reconciliations, and settlements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

BUDGET (YES/NO)

Yes

TRAVEL REQUIRED

Up to 15%

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Undergraduate Degree in Business or a related field.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

CPA Designation (preferred)

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE  ü

5-10 years of experience in a progressively responsible accounting role in an SAP environment.

LANGUAGES AND CORE COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES)

languages required

Proficiency in English, spoken and written

Fluency in French an asset

CORE

COMPETENCIES

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Strong accounting knowledge

Attention to detail, monitor and check work or information

Respects and adheres to ethical principles regarding data protection and confidentiality

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Time and stress management

Team player

Proficient with Accounting Systems as well as Microsoft Office

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position