General Accountant

Position Title: General Accountant Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Department: Finance, Happy Belly Food Group and subsidiaries Location: Remote Reports to: VP Finance, Happy Belly Food Group Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 a year Company Overview: Happy Belly Food Group is a leading multi-branded restaurant consolidator company with a diversified portfolio of quick-service and fast-casual concepts across Canada and soon to be in the U.S. As a publicly traded company, we are committed to disciplined growth, operational excellence, and delivering long-term value to our shareholders. Our brand methodology is defined by the 3P’s: Product, People, and Process. As a company we compliment this mission statement with innovation, quality, and a focus on the customer experience as we drive toward becoming Canada's leading consolidator of emerging food brands. We are seeking a detail-oriented General Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career to gain exposure to a fast-growing public company, multi-entity accounting, and the unique dynamics of a franchisor/franchisee business model. Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day Accounting Record and reconcile transactions across multiple brands and entities. Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring invoices and receipts are coded correctly. Prepare bank and credit card reconciliations. Support expense claim processing. Set up new vendors; ensure proper documentation and approvals are in place Month-End Close & Reporting Assist with journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations (cash, intercompany, accruals, prepaid expenses). Maintain organized working papers to support internal and external reporting. Provide schedules and documentation to support quarterly and annual financial statements. Public Company & Franchisor Support Maintain compliance with federal, provincial, and municipal tax and employment laws. Help prepare supporting schedules for public filings and MD&A commentary. Maintain strong documentation to support audit requirements and internal controls. Collaboration & Growth Work closely with operations teams and brand leaders to support accurate and timely financial reporting. Contribute to system upgrades and process improvements as Happy Belly grows and scales. Assist with ad hoc projects and initiatives assigned by the VP Finance. Skills & Qualifications 3–5 years of accounting experience (internship/co-op experience considered). Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Pursuing CPA Designation Solid working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, lookups, and related functions) Experience with QuickBooks Online (multi-entity / class tracking) or similar accounting software an asset. Exposure to franchising or QSR/restaurant accounting is an asset. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Why Join Happy Belly Be part of a publicly traded, high-growth food group with a unique portfolio of brands. Gain exposure to public company reporting, audits, and franchising early in your career. Work closely with experienced finance leaders and learn in a collaborative environment. Competitive compensation and benefits. How to Apply Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: “General Accountant – [Your Name].”

The General Accountant will manage day-to-day accounting tasks, including reconciliations and AP/AR processing across multiple brands. They will also support month-end closing, public company reporting, and ensure compliance with tax and employment laws.

Candidates need 3–5 years of accounting experience and a degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business, with a preference for those pursuing a CPA designation. Proficiency in Excel and experience with QuickBooks Online or the restaurant/franchising industry is highly valued.

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred

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• Multi-entity accounting
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Bank reconciliation
• Journal entries
• Balance sheet reconciliation
• Excel
• QuickBooks Online
• Financial reporting
• Internal controls
• Tax compliance
• Audit support

• Finance & Accounting
• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available