Associate Accountant

About Corby Spirit and Wine Limited

Corby Spirit and Wine Limited, along with its affiliate Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd., proudly manages a vast portfolio of celebrated Canadian and international alcoholic beverage brands including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Polar Ice vodka, ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, and many others. Rooted in values of authenticity, passion, and connectivity, the company fosters a spirited work culture that encourages personal and professional growth within a global framework.

Job Summary

The Associate Accountant role offers a promising start for accounting professionals seeking to deepen their capabilities in finance operations. The position involves active participation in monthly financial close operations, reconciliation of accounts, compliance reporting, and collaboration with diverse business teams to support overall accounting integrity and transparency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end closing activities for statutory and management general ledgers.
• Perform intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations; engage in global intercompany reconciliation processes.
• Record and process daily accounting transactions, including intercompany invoices, purchases, and inventory movements.
• Support reporting and reconciliation tasks required by business partners and brand owners.
• Contribute to the compilation of Pernod Ricard reporting packages.
• Manage generation of purchase orders through both automated and manual processes.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve invoice discrepancies efficiently.
• Prepare recurring journal entries and perform detailed account reconciliations.
• Conduct inventory reconciliations across several sites.
• Assist with the preparation and remittance of monthly VAT and sales tax filings for multiple entities.
• Participate in various ad hoc projects, process optimization initiatives, and special assignments as directed.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of professional accounting experience in comparable environments.
• Keen interest in pursuing a Canadian CPA designation; preference given to candidates registered with CPA Ontario.
• Foundational understanding of accounting procedures, internal controls, and IFRS standards.
• Experience with integrated accounting systems and transactional accounting workflows.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to JD Edwards E1 and Hubble (Insight Software) is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within team settings.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Work Environment & Culture

The company values diversity, inclusiveness, and fosters a workplace culture celebrating genuineness and collaboration. A flexible hybrid work policy allows employees to work remotely two days per week while supporting personalized scheduling to optimize productivity and work-life balance. Employees benefit from comprehensive perks and professional development opportunities within a supportive global network.

Salary

The compensation for this role ranges from CAD 55,400 to CAD 69,300 and is determined based on individual experience, skills, and the responsibilities assumed.

Additional Information

The company is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities throughout the hiring process upon request. Recruitment processes incorporate AI tools to align applicant skills with role requirements, ensuring a fair assessment. Applications from diverse candidates are warmly welcomed to contribute to a vibrant and inclusive work environment where every voice is valued.