Summary:
This is an opportunity to be an integral part of the Accounting Team at Lipman Family Farms, responsible for providing key decision support to executive leadership in a rapid growing, nation-wide fresh produce company. This role provides vital financial performance information and analysis to Sr. Management and ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. Lipman Family Farms offers a competitive compensation package and benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K, flexible scheduling, etc.

Essential Duties and Requirements:

Lead 1 to 2 staff accountants

Preparation, consolidation, and analysis of financial statements

Prepare monthly account reconciliations with analysis and explanations

Prepare and post month-end journal entries

Review journal entries to ensure accuracy

Communicate with company stakeholders regarding financial questions and research

Develop procedures and process improvements

Provide guidance and training to Staff accountants & Accounting Clerks

Participate in year-end external financial statement audit





Maintain general ledger chart of accounts and reporting structure in company ERP and reporting system

Prepare and update various forecasts across multiple locations monthly.

Investigate discrepancies in monthly cost reports and effectively communicate findings to relevant managers, including those at the farm level.

Review and research intercompany transactions for proper elimination

Assist with the preparation of weekly profit reports.

Develop procedures and process improvements

Ad hoc projects as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

5 years proven success in a similar role

Leadership/supervisory experience in Accounting

Proclivity for attention to detail, organization and follow-through

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to complete projects timely and accurately is critical

Advanced computer skills; particularly Microsoft Excel

Strong written and oral communication skills and Strong business acumen

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Experience in agriculture or manufacturing industries a plus

Experience with IBM Cognos TM1 or Microsoft Power BI a plus

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📌 Senior Accountant (Ontario)
🏢 Lipman Family Farms
📍 Ontario