Financial Analyst – Accounting

Open Farm; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing CPG company in Toronto is looking for a Financial Analyst to enhance financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include financial reporting, month-end close, and audit coordination. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting and have relevant experience. The role supports a hybrid work environment with strong team collaboration.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Great office culture

Discounted food and apparel for pets

Wellness and volunteer days

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in public accounting.
• Experience with a Big Four Accounting Firm is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end close processes including reconciliations.
• Coordinate and manage the annual financial audit process.
• Prepare and review audit schedules and reconciliations.
• Assist in drafting financial statements footnotes in compliance with ASPE.
• Support the preparation and review of corporate tax returns.

Skills

Internal Audit

Accounting

Data Entry

Compliance

General Ledger Accounting

Communication

External Audit

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA certification (completed or in progress)

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Oracle database

MySQL

MS SQL

Job description

About Open Farm

At Open Farm we are transforming the way people feed their pets with a focus on producing premium healthy food and treats all ethically sourced from farm-to-bowl. Headquartered in Toronto and with team members across the US Open Farm is one of the fastest growing CPG companies in North America. We believe that the best foods are made with consciously sourced top-quality ingredients from farmers and fisheries who believe in doing good for all animals and the environment.

Before you embark on this journey with us learn more about the opportunity :

The Financial Analyst Accounting plays a vital role in financial reporting accounting analysis and decision support. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial statements supporting month-end close processes and facilitating the annual external audit and income tax return preparation. Additionally the FA helps enhance and maintain internal controls while overseeing key accounting processes. This role collaborates closely with Accounting FP&A cross-functional teams and external partners to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting Month-End & Year-End Close: Support month-end and year-end close processes including reconciliations and supporting schedules and journal entries.
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of the month end budget to actual analysis.
• Annual External Audit & Income Tax Returns: Coordinate and manage the annual financial audit process acting as the key liaison between the company and external auditors.
• Prepare and review audit schedules workpapers and reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in drafting financial statements footnotes and disclosures in compliance with ASPE.
• Support the preparation and review of corporate tax returns including gathering necessary financial data for tax filings.
• AR & AP tasks including payment processing and following up with customers.
• Manage inventory related processes including inventory reconciliations and maintaining BOMs (bill of materials).
• Evaluate and enhance internal controls to ensure financial reporting accuracy and compliance.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline audit preparation and financial reporting procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / We are looking for

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 2-3 years of experience in public accounting.
• CPA certification (completed or in progress).
• Experience with a Big Four Accounting Firm is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Proficiency in NetSuite ERP is a plus.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with auditors tax advisors and internal teams.

What we offer

• An opportunity to grow develop and thrive within a mission-driven dynamic and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and RRSP plans with company match.
• Great office culture (with lots of adorable pets!) where your pet interrupting video calls or in-person meeting is the norm.
• Discounted food apparel and insurance for your furry family members.
• In addition to your PTO we offer company-wide wellness days and personal days to support your wellbeing.
• Volunteer days to give back to our community.

Hybrid Work

At Open Farm we believe in the power of collaboration, meaningful connections and enjoying our work together—including furry friends. We’ve adopted a structured hybrid approach that allows you the benefit of a reduced commute while still building strong workplace relationships. Currently all employees are expected to be in the office two days per week at minimum with Tuesday and Thursday as our anchor. Additionally, each month our Leadership team dedicates three consecutive days onsite to continue to foster alignment and connection across the team. During this time we expect everyone to join us in person to do the same. Please note: our hybrid approach may evolve over time as we adapt to the needs of our team and business.

Our Values

We Raise the Bar We Open the Barn Doors We Graze Lightly We Are Customer Obsessed We Are One Team Win-Win Partnerships

To learn more about Open Farm follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Open Farm values diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants requiring a disability-related accommodation at any stage of Open Farms recruitment process should contact as required by legislation Open Farm will consult with applications requesting such an accommodation to ensure that Open Farms recruitment process takes into account their accessibility needs.

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

• Internal Audit
• Accounting
• Tally
• Data Entry
• Compliance
• Accounting & Finance
• Oracle database
• GAAP
• General Ledger Accounting
• Communication
• External Audit
• MySQL
• MS SQL
• Microsoft Office
• Financial statement
• ACCA

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1