Senior Accountant

The Company At Canopy Growth, our mission is clear: improve lives, end cannabis prohibition, and strengthen communities. We believe that cannabis can be a force for good. We’re building a consumer-centric organization that is focused on sharing the transformational potential of cannabis with the world. We will achieve this through an innovative and disruptive portfolio of cannabis and hemp-derived products. Canopy Growth is the world's leading cannabis and hemp company. We recognize that employees are at the core of our success, and we take pride in a corporate culture that emphasizes inclusiveness, collaboration, and diversity. Our employees come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their own unique skills and talents to the table, working together to continue our incredible momentum of growth. If you are interested in building global challenger brands, scaling a business, and working in a values-driven environment, we want to hear from you! The Opportunity The Senior Accountant reporting to the Manager, Accounting will be part of the general accounting team responsible for the month-end close of several legal entities. This includes posting journal entries including preparation of journal entry support, preparing account reconciliations, reviewing income statement account activity to identify potential required accounting adjustments and preparing variance analyses comparing actual results to prior periods and expectations. Will also assist in other day to day accounting and finance activities of the organization.

Responsibilities

Responsible for key components of the month-end close, including: Maintain and process monthly journal entries, including those related to prepaids, accruals, and other routine or adjusting entries Preparing supporting documentation and analysis for journal entries Performing general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness Preparing bank reconciliations and posting manual journal entries from bank statements Reviewing income statement accounts and preparing appropriate adjustments to ensure proper period-end accounting Reconciling intercompany accounts ensuring all required adjustments are recorded Preparing financial statement variance analysis to prior periods and budget Preparing regulatory filings (HST, etc.) Preparing schedules and reconciliations for external audits and regulatory reporting Support with external audits during quarterly reviews and year end audits Execute and maintain internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in their implementation within the general accounting team Other ad hoc projects and duties, as assigned Experience Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business or equivalent required 3-5 years of accounting experience CPA designation considered an asset Experience with accounting and/or enterprise reporting systems preferred Strong understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles Ability to interpret financial reports, ledgers, graphs and tables Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills with strong attention to detail Flexible and able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment Strong work ethic with proven ability to meet deadlines Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across levels of the organization Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and accountability in day‑to‑day responsibilities Team‑oriented and adaptable, with a proactive approach to supporting the priorities of the general accounting team Other Details This is a full-time, fully remote position based out of Ontario. Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 CAD Benefits – extended health and dental coverage, paid vacation, and participation in our employer-supported retirement savings program We appreciate your interest, and promise to review all applications, but we will only be contacting those who best fit the requirements. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify your Talent Acquisition Partner. Please note, the chosen applicant will be required to successfully complete background and reference checks. Recruitment Process: All applications for this role are reviewed manually; no AI-based screening or ranking tools are used. This post is for an existing vacancy. Apply To This Job