Senior Financial Analyst / Accountant

Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the leading supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America’s top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers, shipping over 70,000 truckloads of product annually. Sun Gro products are made to exacting standards and conform to high product quality and performance criteria.

Sun Gro Horticulture recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. The primary goal of Sun Gro® is to promote individual employees’ sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Sun Gro Horticulture. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, Sun Gro.

 Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will leverage advanced analysis skills, expertise in ERP systems, and proficiency with various financial software to support strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge business intelligence tools, manage complex data sets, and contribute to the financial health of our organization. Strong communication skills are preferred to facilitate collaboration across diverse teams. The Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in budgeting, investment analysis, and financial reporting within a fast-paced environment.

This is a fully onsite role in Mississauga.

Compensation Range - $100,000

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Health Spending Account

• Employee Support and Mental Wellness

• Short-term disability

• RRSP Match

• Paid vacation

• Floating days

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Engagement Events

• Awards and Recognition

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Service Awards

• Employee Perks & Discounts

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the acquisition, recording, and reporting of fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, month-end accruals, and periodic physical asset counts
• Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for fixed asset acquisitions, depreciation, month-end accruals, and physical asset inventories in compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage lease accounting activities, including lease recognition, recording, reporting, amortization, interest expense, month-end accruals, and periodic lease reviews in compliance with accounting standards
• Own financial reporting, recording of, reporting, and forecasting related to capital assets, capital expenditures (Capex), and lease accounting
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial records, including month end entries, reconciliation and period close.
• Partner with operational and functional leaders to provide financial insights and support business initiatives
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial data
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses to support management and business decision-making
• Assist the Director of Accounting in preparing responses to IA audit report comments and findings and follow up about their completion with different team
• Assist in preparation of paperwork for corporate income taxes related to Canadian entities. Complete monthly sales tax return filing for Canadian business and do sales tax reconciliation
• Partner with operational and functional leaders to provide financial insights and support business initiatives
• Collaborate with Accounting, AP, AR, and FP&A teams to ensure alignment between operational results and financial reporting
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports as requested by senior management

Education and other required

• CPA preferred
• Canadian citizen
• Travel when required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced financial modeling, excel and analytical skills
• Microsoft Dynamic Business Central ERP knowledge is an asset
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including executive-level reporting
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills and fact-based decision-making approach
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with ERP and BI tools is an asset
• Strong execution and accountability skills, monitoring progress against goals while coordinating efforts across teams and functions
• Continuous improvement mindset, fostering an environment that challenges the status quo and eliminates non-value-added activities
• Commitment to teamwork, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging cross-functional collaboration while minimizing silos
• Well-developed business process orientation, ensuring alignment of finance operations with corporate strategies.