Accountant and Office Manager

Sylvite; Canada; Vor Ort; CAD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Extended health

Dental & vision

RRSP matching

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Casual dress code

Growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Sylvite's Nu-Tec team in Putnam is seeking an Accountant & Office Manager to lead financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and admin duties, ensuring tight internal controls and coordinated workflows across Finance, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations.

The role blends numbers with business-facing responsibilities, requiring 5+ years of accounting experience, ERP proficiency (Ross ERP), strong Excel skills, and a practical, proactive approach to process improvement and operational

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong financial reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience with ERP systems; Ross ERP is an asset.

Aufgaben

• Lead month-end and year-end close activities with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and financial analysis.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and provide recommendations.
• Oversee cash management, banking activities, AR/AP processes.
• Maintain strong accounting controls, policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage General Ledger in Ross ERP and support process improvements.
• Supervise day-to-day office administration and oversee Customer Service, AR, and AP functions.
• Coordinate cross-department workflows and improve communications between Finance, Sales, CS, and Operations.
• Support audits, tax requirements, contracts, and other compliance activities.

Kenntnisse

5+ years exp

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

ERP systems

Ross ERP

Excel

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Ross ERP

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking an Accountant & Office Manager to join our Nu-Tec team in Putnam. This role combines hands-on financial leadership with day-to-day office management, providing oversight of financial reporting, planning, cash management, administrative functions, and internal controls for the Nu-Tec business.

Working closely with management and teams across the business, you will play an important role in providing accurate and timely financial information, supporting business decisions, improving processes, and ensuring the effective coordination of Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable functions.

About Sylvite

Sylvite is Canada’s largest independently owned fertilizer supplier, providing competitive and dependable solutions across the agriculture supply chain. Our operations include full-service ag retail, specialized fertilizers, industrial material sourcing and handling, and a robust transportation, warehousing, and logistics network. We are committed to ensuring seamless product flow — effectively connecting agricultural production with efficient distribution.

About the Role

The Accountant & Office Manager is responsible for the financial reporting and accounting activities of the Nu-Tec division while also overseeing key administrative and office functions.

This position manages month-end and year-end reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, compliance, financial analysis, and internal controls. The role also provides leadership and oversight to the Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable functions, helping ensure efficient workflows and strong coordination between Finance, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations.

This is an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working beyond the numbers and contributing directly to business operations, process improvement, and decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial analysis to support business decisions
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances and trends, and provide recommendations to management
• Oversee cash management, banking activities, and key Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes
• Maintain strong accounting controls, policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance
• Manage the General Ledger within the Ross ERP system and support improvements to financial processes and systems
• Oversee day-to-day office administration and provide direction to the Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable functions
• Coordinate workflows and strengthen communication between Finance, Customer Service, Sales, and Operations
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, profitability, and service levels
• Support audits, tax requirements, insurance renewals, contracts, and other business compliance activities
• Provide financial and operational support for business projects, growth initiatives, and strategic priorities
• Perform other accounting, administrative, and special project responsibilities as required

About You

You are an experienced accounting professional who combines strong technical knowledge with a practical, business-minded approach. You are comfortable managing financial reporting and controls while also working closely with people across the organization to solve problems, improve processes, and keep day-to-day operations moving effectively.

You bring:

• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong financial reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting capabilities
• Strong systems aptitude and experience working with ERP systems; experience with Ross ERP is considered an asset
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Strong organizational and self-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive, forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• The ability to thrive in a changing, fast-paced business environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to establish effective working relationships across departments and levels of the organization
• Previous experience providing oversight, direction, or leadership to administrative or accounting functions is an asset

Why Choose Sylvite?

• Established company with a strong reputation and stable customer base.
• Supportive, safety-focused culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being.
• Competitive benefits including extended health, dental, and vision care.
• RRSP matching program.
• Wellness and training programs.
• Paid time off and casual dress code.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Choose Sylvite?

We believe in the power of working together, recognizing that collective efforts lead to mutual growth and success.

Operating with honesty, transparency, and a commitment to ethical business practices in all interactions.

Constantly seeking and implementing cutting-edge solutions to enhance efficiency and meet the evolving needs of our clients.

Sustainability

A deep commitment to environmental responsibility, promoting practices that contribute positively to the agricultural ecosystem.