Sr. Corporate Accountant
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Posted on:
15-09-2025
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Job Summary
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Corporate Accountant to join our finance team. This role provides exposure to both financial reporting and commercial accounting offering an opportunity to work across a wide range of responsibilities including external reporting technical accounting internal controls and business support.
The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting skills thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance multiple priorities while delivering high-quality work. This role is a great fit for someone who wants to deepen their expertise in financial reporting while also gaining hands-on experience with commercial and operational accounting.
Key Responsibilities may include:
Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting
- Assist in the preparation of the interim and annual financial statements MD&A and related external reporting documents in compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in conducting accounting research monitor new IFRS pronouncements (specifically supporting the new IFRS 18 reporting) and preparation of technical memos to support the Companys interpretation and application of standards.
- Assist with implementing accounting policy changes and ensuring compliance across the organization.
Commercial & Operational Accounting
- Prepare and review journal entries reconciliations and supporting schedules (e.g. revenue inventory pensions share-based compensation).
- Partner with operations and commercial teams to provide financial insight and analysis that supports business decision-making.
- Contribute to the budgeting forecasting and variance analysis process.
- Assist with reviewing contracts transactions and business cases to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
Controls & Compliance
- Support the ongoing review and enhancement of internal controls and financial processes.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure efficient and effective audit processes.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline reporting and accounting workflows.
Ad Hoc Support
- Provide financial analysis and support for special projects and transactions.
- Work closely with senior leaders in finance and across departments on strategic initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Professional accounting designation (CPA).
- 25 years of progressive accounting experience preferably in public accounting or a corporate finance environment.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and external financial reporting requirements.
- Experience with commercial or operational accounting an asset.
- Excellent organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems.
- Self-starter who can work independently and in a team environment with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Working Conditions
Primarily office-based role with occasional visits to plant or operational sites.
Minimal travel required (05%).
Whats in it for you
Join High Liner Foods for a career where you shape your path backed by great benefits flexible work and a culture of diversity innovation and sustainability. Immerse yourself in opportunities to make a real impact and grow with us in our mission to nourish lives. Start your adventure where endless possibilities to thrive together await.
- Competitive Salary
- Heath dental & vision coverage
- Pay for performance incentives
- Employee & Family assistance programs
- Wellness Programs
- Retirement Planning
- Supplemental Parental Leaves
- Disability Support
- Family friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
- Volunteer hours
- Learning and mentorship opportunities
- Safety focused work environment
To learn more please visit ourcareer/LinkedIn/Indeedpage
Current employees please note: this position is referral bonus eligible! See our policy for more details.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
About Company
High Liner Foods doesn't ride the high seas. It leaves that to the fishing boats. What the company does do is process the catch of the high seas, offering value-added frozen seafood products. High Liner Foods peddles its products through retail food and club stores in Canada, Mexico, ... View more
