Senior Analyst, Accounting

Canopy Growth; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis company is seeking a Senior Analyst in Accounting responsible for oversight of revenue and property assets. This role requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably with a CPA and strong knowledge of US GAAP. The position offers a full-time remote work environment and the opportunity to collaborate across departments to enhance financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Ability to analyze financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Determine monthly revenue recognition and perform related analysis.
• Record additions, disposals, depreciation, and amortization of assets.
• Draft accounting memos and note disclosures for financial statements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration abilities

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA)

Tools

ERP systems (Sage X3)

Job description

The Company

At Canopy Growth, our mission is clear: improve lives, end cannabis prohibition, and strengthen communities.We believe that cannabis can be a force for good. We’re building a consumer-centric organization that is focused on sharing the transformational potential of cannabis with the world. We will achieve this through an innovative and disruptive portfolio of cannabis and hemp-derived products.

Canopy Growth is the world's leading cannabis and hemp company. We recognize that employees are at the core of our success, and we take pride in a corporate culture that emphasizes inclusiveness, collaboration, and diversity.

Our employees come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their own unique skills and talents to the table, working together to continue our incredible momentum of growth. If you are interested in building global challenger brands, scaling a business, and working in a values-driven environment, we want to hear from you!

The Opportunity

The Senior Analyst, Accounting, reporting to the Manager, Accounting, is responsible for the oversight and accounting of revenue, property, plant & equipment (PP&E), and intangible assets. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Financial Planning & Analysis, External Reporting, Asset Management, and Accounts Receivable, and plays a key role in supporting Canopy’s financial reporting and compliance efforts.

Responsibilities

Revenue Accounting

• Determine monthly revenue recognition and perform related analysis and calculations.
• Evaluate sales agreements to determine appropriate revenue and cost treatment under US GAAP.
• Prepare revenue-related journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications.
• Generate and distribute monthly revenue reports to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain oversight of revenue accounts and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

PP&E and Intangible Assets

• Record additions, disposals, depreciation, and amortization.
• Prepare capitalization accruals for assets in progress.
• Maintain continuity schedules summarizing monthly activity.
• Evaluate expenditures for appropriate classification under US GAAP.
• Analyze lease agreements and prepare supporting documentation and disclosures.

Reporting & Collaboration

• Draft accounting memos and note disclosures for quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Support external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits.
• Drive process improvements within the Accounting function.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA) preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles is a definite asset.
• Experience with ERP systems; Sage X3 is an asset.
• Ability to analyze financial reports.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Other Details

This is a full-time remote position based out of Ontario.

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We appreciate your interest, and promise to review all applications, but we will only be contacting those who best fit the requirements.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify your Talent Acquisition Partner. Please note, the chosen applicant will be required to successfully complete background and reference checks.