Accountant (18 month maternity cover)

Valor Distributions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after probation

Potential conversion to permanent

Job summary

Valor Distributions is seeking an experienced Accountant to support multi-entity accounting, close processes, and financial reporting. You will manage month-end and quarter-end activities, prepare journals, and assist with audits and tax schedules.

The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Collaboration with Operations and other departments is essential.

Qualifications

• Formal degree in accounting or finance.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and close processes.
• Experience supporting external audits and tax schedules.
• Proficiency in GST/HST, PST, and corporate tax accounting.
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and quarter-end closings for multiple entities.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, reclassifications and adjustments.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.
• Support external auditors and year-end processes.
• Coordinate interdepartmental information for accurate reporting.
• Assist with tax-related schedules and documentation.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Month-end close

Year-end close

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Xero

CaseWare

Taxprep

Job description

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to support the accounting and financial reporting functions for multiple entities within the organization.

This role is responsible for month-end and quarter-end close, financial reporting and analysis, account reconciliations, audit and year-end support, tax-related schedules, and day-to-day accounting activities. The Accountant will work closely with the Operations team and other departments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, comfortable working in a multi-entity environment, and able to independently manage recurring deadlines and accounting issues.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Month-End & Quarter-End Close

• Manage month-end and quarter-end closing activities for multiple entities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and other period-end adjustments.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.
• Review financial results for completeness and accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve unusual balances, variances, and reconciling items.
• Prepare supporting schedules and working papers for period-end reporting.
• Review financial statements, identify and resolve questions with the foreign entity, and clearly present findings and questions during monthly virtual meetings in English.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare recurring financial and management reports.
• Perform P&L and balance sheet variance analysis.
• Monitor and reconcile key balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliation and settlement schedules.
• Support management with financial analysis and reporting as required.

Inventory, Costing & Tax-Related Accounting

• Perform inventory and COGS reconciliations between accounting and inventory systems.
• Investigate inventory and costing variances and prepare necessary adjustments.
• Prepare excise tax calculations and related reconciliations.
• Maintain supporting schedules for indirect taxes, including GST/HST and PST.
• Assist with corporate tax-related schedules and supporting documentation.

Year-End & External Audit

• Assist with year-end close and preparation of year-end working papers and T2.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation requested by external auditors.
• Respond to audit inquiries and follow up on outstanding audit items.
• Coordinate with internal departments to obtain supporting information.
• Assist with corporate tax filings and other year-end reporting requirements.

Team & Operational Support

• Assist with day-to-day accounting questions and transaction reviews.
• Work with Internal Audit, Operations, Sales, Logistics, and other departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Support process improvements and strengthen accounting controls and procedures.
• Assist with special projects and other accounting-related tasks as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Full-cycle accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of month-end and year-end close processes.
• Solid understanding of accrual accounting, reconciliations, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing working papers.
• Experience with GST/HST, PST, Excise tax, and Corporate tax-related accounting
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Xero and CaseWare and Taxprep is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

WHY JOIN US

• Opportunity to work in a highly dynamic industry to boost your career and experience
• Health benefits after 3 months probation period
• Planned for 18 months - potential to convert to a permanent employee based on performance

COMPENSATION

$70,000 to $80,000 annually dependent on experience

AI SCREENING DISCLOSURE

This organization uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in the initial screening and review of applications. AI may be used to assess resumes and identify candidates for further consideration. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCOMMODATION

We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. Accommodations are available at any stage of the hiring process for applicants with disabilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.