Accountant

Metro Supply Chain; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings program with match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Metro Supply Chain is seeking an Accountant to join the Operations Finance team in Mississauga, supporting month-end close, payroll postings, and financial reporting. You will interact with multiple operating divisions and assist with budgeting and forecast input.

The role requires 2–3 years of accounting experience, exposure to D365 F&O, Management Reporter, and VENA, plus strong Excel skills and knowledge of Canadian GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration is required or equivalent.
• CPA designation in progress is preferred for growth in this role.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Involves month-end activities including prepaid and accrual entries, and monthly billing.
• Prepare and analyze financial reporting for stakeholders with timely updates.
• Handle payroll postings, validations and payroll accruals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

MS Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA designation in progress

Tools

D365 F&O

Management Reporter

VENA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM

Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world's fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 22.5 million square feet operating out of more than 190 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada's largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2026 winner of the Canada's Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.

Summary

This role reports to a Finance Manager or Controller and supports our Operations Finance team of over 20 finance professionals. It is a team-oriented and collaborative organization of dedicated financial professionals providing accounting and reporting, business analysis and full-cycle accounting services to multiple operating divisions of Metro Supply Chain Group.

Responsibilities

• Involve in month end activities including preparing prepaid, accrual entries, arrange monthly billing, perform balance sheet reconciliation
• Analyze and prepare financial reporting information required by various stakeholders in a timely/regularly basis
• Responsible for payroll postings, validation and payroll accruals
• Provide insight and explanation of financial information to various stakeholders as required including understanding variances of budgets vs actuals
• Explain and prepare monthly, quarterly and year end reviews, compiling and analyzing financial results.
• Analyze accounting information required by using accounting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O and Management Reporter).
• Prepare information inputs for company budget and forecast in VENA system.
• Preparation of expense allocation and financial communication to stakeholders
• Preparation of supporting documentation for year end audit, tax and other audits.
• Ad-hoc duties as required by Finance/Operational stakeholders

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• CPA designation in progress

Experience & Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of accounting experience
• Exposure to accounting software (D365 F&O, Management Reporter, VENA, preferred but not required)
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel
• Extensive knowledge of Canadian GAAP

Why Join Us

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
• A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
• Company team wear allowance
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Company sponsored social events
• Community volunteering

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.