Centennial Food Solutions is a leading provider of customized quality center-of-the-plate products in Western Canada. Our goal is simple: to connect our communities through great food and exceptional service. Our reputation as a dependable and flexible partner is why discerning restaurants, retailers, foodservice, and trading companies choose us time and time again. With branches across Western Canada and a vast network of business brands, we are uniquely positioned to bring value to our partners at every turn.
Position Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Calgary, AB
Job Type: Full Time Permanent

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for a wide range of accounting functions, including financial reporting, account reconciliation, tax compliance, costing analysis, and financial planning and analysis (FP&A). This role requires a high level of independence, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of hands-on experience across all areas of accounting.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or actively pursuing.
• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven record of hands-on experience with all accounting processes and all areas of accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in costing and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) is an asset.
• Experience in Food, Pharmaceutical or Manufacturing experience would be considered an asset.
• Advanced Excel skills would be considered an asset.
• Sage X3 experience would be considered an asset.
• Proven record of implementing process improvements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive Health and Dental coverage for you and your family.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions.
• Subsidized Company Share Ownership plan.
• Employee Family Assistance Program (support for mental health, financial services, and legal needs).
• Employee pricing on thousands of high-quality foods.
• Career advancement opportunities and training across the company.
• Instant Pay: through pay streaming you can have instant access to earnings without having to wait for payday!
• Belonging to a team that is passionate about food and long-term success.

• Record and post daily financial transactions and journal entries.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare trial balances.
• Maintain general ledgers.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
• Maintain and analyze costing data to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Prepare internal financial reports for management.
• Process payroll, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Conduct bank reconciliations, including deposits and electronic funds transfers.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Manage intercompany account reconciliations.
• Prepare and file GST and PST returns.
• Prepare monthly consolidated financial reports.
• Create and maintain various reports, including monthly and quarterly ad-hoc reports.
• Prepare quarterly company and tax information reports.
• Prepare journal entries and monthly accruals.
• Collaborate with external and internal auditors.
• Prepare reports for GST, PST, and Statistics Canada.
• Contribute to ESG reporting by providing financial data and analysis.
• Perform daily and weekly bank reconciliations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Work independently to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Additional duties as assigned.