Accounting Lead

Company Overview

Home Coffee Solutions Ltd. is one of Canada's largest and fastest-growing specialty coffee and tea retailers, bringing the joy of third-wave specialty coffee to everyday homes and workplaces. Based near Pearson Airport in Mississauga, we operate both online and retail channels and serve a wide range of consumer and B2B clients across the country.

Summary

We are looking for a highly detail-oriented and capable Accounting Lead to oversee our full-cycle accounting operations. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who is comfortable owning the accounting function from top to bottom—from data entry to financial reporting—and thrives in a fast-paced, systems-driven retail and eCommerce environment.

You'll be the primary point person for all accounting activities at Home Coffee Solutions, working closely with the leadership team and with occasional support from external advisors for year-end activities. This role is pivotal in overseeing our accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting our growth objectives. Located in Mississauga , this position will play a key role in shaping our financial strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the full-cycle accounting process: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll prep, reconciliations, and reporting
• Reconcile Shopify payment gateways (e.g. Shopify Payments, PayPal, etc.), and bank deposits
• Track and reconcile inventory, COGS, and returns across systems like QuickBooks, SkuVault, and Shopify
• Enter and reconcile MAP pricing, scanbacks, and vendor rebate programs
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports and support external accountants with audit-readiness
• Maintain meticulously accurate and consistent financial records and general ledger entries;
• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in financial records
• Help implement and improve accounting controls, processes, and smart spreadsheets that support how our systems (Shopify, QuickBooks, SkuVault, etc.) work together
• Liaise with the leadership team regularly to flag issues, recommend improvements, and help support financial decision-making
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a retail, eCommerce, or product-based environment
• Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, including reconciliations and full-cycle accounting
• Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets — formulas, pivots, and creating smart, accurate tools
• Experience working across multiple systems (e.g. Shopify, SkuVault, inventory systems, payment gateways)
• Understanding of retail/eCommerce-specific processes like scanbacks, vendor rebates, payment gateway reconciliation, MAP pricing, and online sales tax
• Demonstrated attention to detail and consistency — this is non-negotiable in our accounting workflows
• Comfortable working independently, taking initiative, and managing competing priorities
• Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting practices and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to troubleshoot system flows, spot discrepancies, and implement process improvements
• Bonus: Experience with Power BI, Looker Studio, or similar tools for financial dashboarding

Nice-to-Have Assets

• Familiarity with inventory valuation methods (FIFO/WAC)
• Prior experience working in a small business setting where you wore multiple hats
• Experience with platforms like LoopReturns or other eComm-focused accounting integrations

Perks & Benefits

• Store discounts (yes, on great coffee)
• Casual dress and a laid-back, hard-working team
• On-site parking
• Company events and samples of delicious things

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In-person (Mississauga HQ)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person