Canopy Growth

cannabis and hemp

SeniorAccountant

$80–95k Ottawa, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Accountant at Canopy Growth. Skills: month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, regulatory filings, external audits. Responsible for key components of the month-end close. Maintain and process monthly journal entries, including those related to prepaids, accruals, and other routine or adjusting entries”

Industry & Context.

cannabis and hemp
Problems you'll solve

Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills

Eligibility Requirements

background and reference checks

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3-5 years of accounting experience, Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accountingusiness or equivalent required, understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles, Ability to interpret financial reports, ledgers, graphs and tables, Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills with attention to detail, Flexible and able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment, work ethic with proven ability to meet deadlines, Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across levels of the organization, Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and accountability in day‑to‑day responsibilities, Team‑oriented and adaptable, with a proactive approach to supporting the priorities of the general accounting team

Nice to Have

CPA designation considered an asset, Experience with accounting and/or enterprise reporting systems preferred

What You'll Do.

Responsible for key components of the month-end close

Maintain and process monthly journal entries

including those related to prepaids

and other routine or adjusting entries

Preparing supporting documentation and analysis for journal entries

Performing general ledger account reconciliations

ensuring accuracy and completeness

Preparing bank reconciliations and posting manual journal entries from bank statements

Reviewing income statement accounts and preparing appropriate adjustments to ensure proper period-end accounting

Reconciling intercompany accounts ensuring all required adjustments are recorded

Preparing financial statement variance analysis to prior periods and budget

Preparing regulatory filings (HST

Preparing schedules and reconciliations for external audits and regulatory reporting

Support with external audits during quarterly reviews and year end audits

Execute and maintain internal controls

ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards

Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in their implementation within the general accounting team

Other ad hoc projects and duties

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

ability to collaborate across levels of the organization; Team‑oriented and adaptable, with a proactive approach to supporting the priorities of the general accounting team

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills

Process & Methodology

ad hoc projects

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