Position Summary:

The accountant is responsible for the company's full-cycle accounting, month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, and inventory/manufacturing accounting.

The role works closely with management and operational teams to provide reliable financial information, resolve accounting issues, and improve accounting processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities:

Full-Cycle Accounting

- Manage AP, AR, general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Own month-end and year-end close, including accruals, prepaids, adjusting entries, and supporting schedules.
- Prepare financial statements and management reports. Review accounting records and investigate unusual or significant transactions.
- Prepare and file HST/GST returns.
- Prepare T4 information and assist with payroll tax compliance.
- Maintain fixed asset records and calculate depreciation.
- Coordinate year-end requirements and provide information to the external accountant for tax and CRA audits.

Inventory & Manufacturing

- Own inventory accounting for raw materials, packaging, finished goods, labour, and manufacturing overhead.
- Reconcile inventory balances and investigate discrepancies, adjustments, and write-offs.
- Maintain production cost records and analyze significant cost variances.
- Work with Operations, Purchasing, and Warehouse to resolve inventory and costing issues.

Analysis & Improvement

- Prepare and analyze budget, forecast, and prior-period variance information.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, tax efficiency, and cash flow.
- Support management with ad-hoc financial analysis and business reporting.
- Research and identify potential government funding, grants, credits, and tax-saving opportunities available to small businesses.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related fields.
- 3–5+ years of hands-on accounting experience.
- Strong full-cycle accounting and month-end close experience.
- Experience preparing financial statements and management reports.
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or a comparable accounting system.
- Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and pivot tables.
- Inventory or manufacturing accounting experience preferred. Food, pet food, CPG, or other manufacturing experience is an asset.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and manage the day-to-day accounting function.
- CPA designation or progress toward CPA is an asset.

Key Competencies:





- Financial Judgment & Analysis — Interprets financial information, identifies significant issues, and provides useful insights to management.
- Ownership & Accountability — Takes full responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of accounting and reporting.
- Business Partnership & Communication — Works effectively with management and operational teams to resolve issues and support business decisions.

About Cambridge Treats: Cambridge Treats Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of high-quality pet treats, specializing in innovative OEM and ODM solutions. Located in Cambridge, Ontario, we combine more than 25 years of private-label manufacturing experience with quality ingredients, science-based nutrition, innovative product development, and rigorous food safety standards.

Our success is built on quality, partnership, innovation, integrity, sustainability, flexibility, and a passion for pets. As our business and manufacturing operations continue to grow, we are committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and take pride in the work they do.

At Cambridge Treats, we believe that great products start with great people. We work together to continuously improve, uphold high standards, and deliver products our customers and their pets can trust.

What We Offer:

Join Cambridge Treats at an exciting stage of growth and be part of building a new manufacturing operation from the ground up. As a full-time employee, you’ll have the opportunity to grow with the business while enjoying:

- Growth Opportunities
- Competitive Benefits
- Full-Time Employment
- Casual-Dress Work Environment
- Free On-Site Parking

Our Commitment: At Cambridge Treats, we are committed to building an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, skills, and business needs, without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability,



or any other characteristic protected under applicable legislation.

Cambridge Treats is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to understand your needs and provide reasonable accommodation where required.

Cambridge Treats may use artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including application screening and candidate assessment.

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This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations of the role. It is intended to provide an overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may evolve over time based on business needs, operational priorities, and organizational changes.

Join Our Team:

If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to Cambridge Treats, we encourage you to apply by clicking “Apply Now.” We’re always looking for talented, motivated individuals who want to be part of a growing team and contribute to what we do.

If this opportunity isn’t the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other career opportunities. There may be another role where your skills and experience can make an impact.

Application Process:

We appreciate the interest of all applicants who take the time to apply for opportunities with Cambridge Treats. Due to the volume of applications we receive, only candidates selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Position Status:

Current Position - This is a newly created position within our organization.

Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Do you have accounting or finance experience in the food, pet food, CPG, or other manufacturing industry? If yes, how many years?
- Do you have full-cycle accounting and month-end close experience?
- How would you rate your Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and PivotTables?

1. Advanced — I am comfortable using VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and PivotTables independently.
2. Intermediate — I have some experience with these features.
3. Basic — I have limited experience.

4. No experience

Experience
- Hands-on Accounting: 3 years (required)
- QuickBooks: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Accountant - Pet Treat Manufacturing (Cambridge)
🏢 Cambridge Treats
📍 Cambridge