Senior Accountant

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics , a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.
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Job Purpose/Overview
The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the company’s financial record-keeping and reporting requirements and ensuring compliance with US GAAP, corporate policies and procedures and common ethical practices. This position will work closely with other members of the Finance and Accounting team to drive company and departmental success while enhancing their own personal career development. Antech is a fast-paced environment and the job will require a strong work ethic, constant attention to detail and deadlines and the ability to learn quickly. A positive attitude will be constantly required while leading the success of the team by example
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
General Accounting:
Responsible for one or more accounting processes – general ledger, intercompany transactions, leases (lessee and lessor), accruals, inventory, fixed assets, depreciation and amortization, reserves and allowances, cash, reconciliations, credit card reconciliations
Executes monthly and quarterly accounting close procedures including reconciliations, journal entries and financial analysis
Executes internal controls in accordance with company policy and control matrices
Works with auditors to provide documentation and support for accounting transactions, balances and internal controls
Prepares accounting research for existing and new transactions and understands or is able to learn new accounting guidance independently; guidance will be specific to US GAAP
Assists in resolution of any accounting, internal control and audit issues as well as assembly and review of working papers
Financial Reporting:
Assists and/or leads the preparation of daily, monthly and quarterly reports to internal and external stakeholders and ensures high quality of work in all report distributions
Assist preparation of Q23, Q28 and other quarter end footnotes, and statements,
Coordinates internal and external reporting and improves timeliness and accuracy of financial closing and reporting in addition to streamlining audit efforts
Manages preparation and submission of reports for governmental agencies
Other duties as assigned:
Assists others in the Accounting and Finance Department as needed, specifically those in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
Provides support during special projects, system implementations and/or unique transactions; leads process and system improvement initiatives
Prepares government remittances/filings for taxes such as WSIB, HST, QST, etc.
Delivers ad hoc reporting, sometimes with minimal structure or guidance provided
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
CPA or CPA-candidate preferred
Advanced knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS
Public accounting or previous public company experience is an asset
ERP system experience; IFS experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A Demonstrated knowledge and expertise of US GAAP/IFRS
Proven ability to function as part of a diverse accounting team
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions clearly and efficiently
Demonstrated problem-solving skills including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and communicate them to management
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with many personalities
Ability to understand, analyze and interpret financial statements and financial data
Ability to multi-task and meet changing priorities and tight deadlines
Consistently displays strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work independently; self-starter and problem solver
Advanced ability with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
Working Conditions
The associate is regularly required to apply manual dexterity, including hand/wrist flexibility, for computer keyboarding. The associate frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to hear and speak in order to use the telephone, make presentations and communicate with people in an office or virtual environment. The associate is occasionally required to sit and stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment or a remote home office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, data base management, email, video conferencing and the Internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. The associate must occasionally use media equipment such as an overhead projector, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams. Environment where pets are present
We are a rapidly growing, stable company with excellent advancement opportunity. We offer a great benefits package and associate pet health benefits too! If you are passionate about animal healthcare, are motivated by making a difference we want to hear from you!
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at Antech Careers