Job Description

Job Title:

Accountant

Reports To:

Hatchery Manager and Board of Directors

Job Overview:

The Accountant coordinates and contributes to the annual strategic planning process alongside the Management team, providing valuable input and identifying trends to drive improvements in hatchery quality and efficiency. Additionally, the Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual business reports, which are shared during meetings and used to support informed decision-making by the Management team. These reports are also presented to the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

Manage and execute full-cycle accounting, including AP/AR, bank and credit card recs, all applicable remittances, financial statement preparation. Supervision of Bi-Weekly payroll preparation for 50+ employees. Identify and complete Grant application opportunities, including research and reporting throughout. Prepare operating budgets, yearly T4's Work closely with operations, hatchery, and procurement teams to align financial goals with operational needs. Oversee and administer Hatchery insurance, IT, vehicle licensing, benefits and permits. Assisting the office in management services Evaluate financial risks and work with the Hatchery Manager to implement policies to mitigate them. Collaborating closely with business units to tailor financial reporting to changing business needs Reporting and reconciling with OBHECC, CFO, CHEP, etc. Reporting monthly to the Board of Directors and our Lender. Government filings including HST, WSIB, ROE's and EHT Ensure accounting principles, regulations, and policies are adhered to. Be lead contact with the external auditor regarding the annual audit and the preparation of Annual Financial Statements. Maintain and report P&L Monthly basis to Management and Board of Directors Develop annual budgets in coordination with hatchery management team. Responds to Financial inquiries from Management team and Board of Directors. Supporting the Hatchery Manager and Board of Directors with workflow process improvement and pursuing special projects Ensure that the organization meets compliance and regulations related to taxes and other financial laws.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, agricultural management or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA Preferred. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in an accounting position, with 2-4 years of robust financial reporting experience Significant experience managing the full accounting cycle. Experience with general ledger functions and the year end close process Experience in the Ag industry is a strong asset. Experience liaising with government programs for agricultural grants, Foreign Worker Programs, etc, is an asset. Great communication and interpersonal skills. A natural problem-solver, quick to learn, and easy to work with. Entrepreneurial and pragmatic, with strong business acumen and a continuous improvement mindset Proficient with QuickBooks online, Microsoft office and tax software. Detail oriented, impeccable organizational and time management skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $65,080.38-$82,419.18 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking RRSP match
Work Location: In person