We are a consumer-packaged goods company located in the heart of downtown Montreal that manufactures, develops, designs and markets consumer products under license for a major American national brand. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Accountant is responsible for duties relating to full accounting cycle and monthly financial statements.

Main Tasks

Reconcile balance sheets of accounts monthly; Prepare all monthly journal entries for the various companies; Prepare intercompany entries and balance the intercompany at month-end; Prepare monthly financial statements of various companies and consolidation; Ensure all financial data is posted to GL; Analyze actual expenses vs last year vs budget and provide explanation of any substantial variances; Reconcile net margin and net cost to general ledger; Manage fixed assets continuity schedules; Prepare various schedules for year-end auditors; Prepare royalty schedules for payment; Develop and improve processes and keep documentation up to date; Perform financial reports and other accounting tasks; Perform projects upon request;

Prerequisites

University degree in Accounting or other related discipline; Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting related roles; Excellent knowledge of Excel Working knowledge of Sage is an asset; fully bilingual an asset Must be organized, meticulous, able to work in fast past environment, able to think outside the box.

We thank all interested candidates for applying; however, we will only be contacting those individuals we wish to interview. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Paid time off Schedule: Monday to Friday