Accountant

We are a publicly listed company, seeking a 3 year experienced and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting the overall financial health of the organization, with specific responsibilities related to complex instruments like derivatives and the maintenance of Share Capital records.

Reports to - Financial Analyst

Key Responsibilities

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for a comprehensive range of accounting duties, with a core focus on full-cycle accounting, accounts payable management, all reconciliation activities, and the following specialized areas:

Capital & Treasury Accounting

Derivatives Management:

Account for and maintain records for all derivative instruments (e.g., forwards, options, swaps) in compliance with IFRS 9 .

Perform calculations and prepare journal entries for derivative valuations, settlements, and hedge accounting effectiveness testing.

Work closely with the Treasury department to ensure proper classification and disclosure of all treasury-related activities.

Share Capital Records:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of share capital, including common stock, preferred stock, stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and treasury stock.

Account for transactions related to equity issuance, buybacks, dividends, and stock-based compensation plans.

Reconcile the stock ledger with the transfer agent's records on a regular basis.

Assist in preparing the equity section disclosures for financial reports and regulatory filings.

Full-Cycle Accounting & Financial Reporting

Manage the end-to-end accounting process, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP standards and regulatory requirements for a publicly listed company.

Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accurate allocation of revenue and expenses.

Maintain the General Ledger (GL), ensuring all accounts are reconciled and properly supported.

Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings (e.g., SEC filings, if applicable) and support external audits.

Accounts Payable (AP) Management

Oversee the complete Accounts Payable cycle, from invoice receipt and verification to payment processing.

Ensure timely and accurate processing of all vendor invoices, expense reports, and other payment requests.

Manage vendor relations related to payment inquiries and disputes.

Reconciliations and Controls

Execute and review all critical balance sheet account reconciliations (e.g., bank, accruals, fixed assets, intercompany, derivatives) on a timely monthly basis.

Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data, particularly within the AP, GL, and complex accounting processes.

Vendor Management: Liaise with vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely processing of invoices and resolving any billing discrepancies.

Transaction Processing: Oversee the processing of all banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and fund transfers.

GST/HST Compliance: Ensure accurate and timely filing of GST/HST returns in compliance with Canadian tax laws. Maintain organized records of all GST/HST transactions, invoices, and supporting documentation for CRA audit purposes.

Ad Hoc Support: Provide support to the finance team as needed, participating in special projects and initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent professional accounting designation (e.g., CA, CMA, ACCA) is highly preferred.

Experience: 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 year of direct experience accounting for derivatives and/or share capital/equity transactions, preferably with exposure to a publicly listed company environment.

Technical Proficiency:

Expert-level knowledge of full-cycle accounting and IFRS/GAAP reporting standards.

Demonstrated knowledge of IFRS 9 and IFRS 16 accounting principles.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis).

Experience with Odoo ERP systems is pre-requisite

Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, ability to handle complex and sensitive financial data, and excellent communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22-$26 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress

Company events

Schedule:

Monday to Friday at site

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

3 years in public listed company

Language:

English (preferred)

License/Certification:

Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: at site

Job Types: Permanent

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person