24 Oct
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East Penn Canada
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Courtice
24 Oct
East Penn Canada
Courtice
When you join East Penn Canada, you become part of a leading battery solutions provider, serving essential industries across Canada. Our teams support transportation, motive power, backup power, and consumer markets by helping the business operate efficiently, serve customers effectively, and make informed decisions every day. We offer meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and the stability of a strong, national organization supported by programs and benefits designed to help you thrive.
Are you a strategic accounting professional who thrives on financial analysis, accuracy, and continuous improvement?
Join East Penn Canada’s Finance team and play a key role in supporting the financial health and operational success of a growing organization. We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical accounting qualified who enjoys solving complex financial challenges, driving process improvements, and delivering accurate and timely financial reporting.
As a Senior Accountant, you will support the accounting team in delivering the highest standards of internal and external financial reporting while helping safeguard corporate assets through strong financial controls, policies, and procedures. Working closely with the Controller and cross‑functional teams across the organization, you will contribute to month‑end and year‑end processes, financial analysis, audits, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a collaborative and proactive approach to problem‑solving.
Please note that this is a 100% in‑office position, working out of East Penn Canada’s Head Office location in Courtice, ON.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Lead key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial results.
- Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial analyses while investigating variances and providing meaningful commentary to support business decision‑making.
- Support the integrity of the general ledger, capital asset accounting, commodity tax filings, and other core accounting functions through strong attention to detail and adherence to established controls.
- Partner with the Controller and cross‑functional teams across the organization to improve financial processes, strengthen internal controls, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate and support external and government audits by preparing working papers, responding to inquiries, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provide guidance and support to members of the Finance team, contributing to a collaborative environment that promotes knowledge sharing, accountability, and professional development.
- Develop, maintain, and document accounting procedures and best practices to enhance efficiency, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
- Prepare ad hoc financial analysis, reporting,
and presentations to support business planning and strategic decision‑making.
- Uphold East Penn Canada's commitment to Customer Experience Excellence, workplace safety, and professional service in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience, Skills, And Competencies
- Post‑secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- CPA designation required, or currently pursuing
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a senior‑level accounting role
- Previous supervisory, team lead, or leadership experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting controls, and accounting best practices
- Experience working within a major ERP environment; SAP experience is considered an asset
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality work
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization
- Self‑motivated and results‑oriented, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement practical solutions
- Ability to influence, motivate, and effectively support team members and stakeholders across the organization
Important Considerations
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📌 Senior Accountant (Courtice)
🏢 East Penn Canada
📍 Courtice