Senior Accountant

Who we are:

We are a bunch of people who really care about agriculture, food and the challenges facing farming. We want to help farmers with data driven decision making to help nature feed a growing population. Join our team of expert engineers, agronomists, entomologists, crop researchers, and data scientists who are continually conducting research to help drive innovation in agriculture.

Semios is a market leader in leveraging the internet-of-things (IoT) and big data to improve the sustainability and profitability of specialty crops. With 500 million data points being reported by our sensors every day, we leverage our big data analytics, such as in-depth pest and disease modeling, to empower tree fruit and tree nut growers with decision-making tools to minimize resources and risks.

Our innovative work has received several industry awards:

• - Selected as winner of the “Overall Smart Irrigation Company Of The Year” award.
• - Named as one of the companies which recognize homegrown innovation in sustainable technologies in Canada.
• – Selected as winner of the "Pest Management Solutions of the Year" award.
• – Selected as 1 of 9 companies for the inaugural Google for Startups Accelerator Canada cohort, who are all using technology to solve complex challenges.
• – Identified as one of the companies best positioned to solve tomorrow’s clean technology challenges.

One of our partners produced this short which shows what we do and our positive environmental impact.

We know our journey is only achievable by having a great team who shares ideas, tries new things and learns as we go.

Who you are:

Motivated by meaningful work, you are looking for more than just a job; you want to work for a dynamic, growing company that finds solutions to real-life problems, such as helping the world reduce the use of pesticides and helping nature feed a growing population. Your ideal work environment includes a collaborative team spirit with the opportunity to learn and grow as you take the initiative to try new things.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the month end processing and reporting of the organization, including performing financial functions related to the maintenance of the accounting system ensuring strong internal controls, and responsible for monthly reconciliations, analysis and reporting of the company's financial operations. 

What you will do:

• Monthly Close Process: Execute the monthly, quarterly and year-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial statements and management reporting, ensuring best practice and efficiency without compromising quality. The Monthly close process includes the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, analytics and working papers to achieve and prepare the financial results.
• Treasury: Ensure accurate records of cash positions across all entities, currencies and accounts.
• Financial Analysis: Preparation and review of month-end and year-end working papers, including Balance Sheet reconciliation reconciliation reports and functional/departmental analysis reports.
• Statutory & Regulatory Compliance: Contribute to the year-end audit efforts, including close collaboration with external auditors, and assist with the production of year end statutory accounts. Prepare regulatory and tax filings in all of Semios’ jurisdictions and ensure compliance. 
• Technical Accounting: Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting standards, including researching technical accounting issues, documenting conclusions in formal memos, and proactively monitoring changes in standards that may impact the organization.
• Leadership: Provide guidance and support by identifying opportunities. Collaborate with departments such as FP&A, Tax, Operations, and Legal to provide accounting insight on business initiatives, new contracts, or operational changes. Ensure alignment between accounting treatment and business strategy.
• Monitor and maintain internal control processes to ensure compliance with accounting policies and mitigate financial risks. Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Identify accounting issues and improvements as they occur and recommend solutions. Maintain a high level of proficiency in ERP and financial system to support accurate reporting, system integrity, and financial process automation. Participate in system enhancements, testing, and implementation of new features.

We want you to succeed so you will need:

• 2+  years of assurance (audit) experience in a mid or large CPA Firm 
• Qualified CPA (Canada or USA), or equivalent
• A resilient, flexible, solution oriented approach to addressing areas of improvement, likes digging into issues and enjoys taking leadership in addressing problems
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed, highly motivated and energetic
• Outstanding work ethic with strong commitment to quality and delivering on time
• Comfortable as an individual contributor, collaborative team member and leader

Nice to have:

• Public practice experience working with manufacturing clients
• Similar experience
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365
• A desire to improve productivity through automation and tool implementation
• A track record of identifying and implementing improvements that drive efficiencies and business performance 

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Suite

Salary range: $80,750 to $100,000 per year

The base salary for this role is will be commensurate with experience, and determined by factors such as skills, qualifications, as well as business needs.

Why this is the opportunity for you:

• Purposeful Work: Sleep better knowing you're making the world a better place through more sustainable food production. You'll have the opportunity to contribute and make an impact by working on meaningful projects.
• Our People: Work with a team that values fun, laughter, and each other in a collaborative and casual work environment.
• Recharge and Refresh: Benefit from a generous vacation policy and an annual year-end winter break to relax and rejuvenate.
• Give Back: Take advantage of dedicated volunteer days to support causes you care about.
• Work Flexibly: Enjoy hybrid working options for employees near our offices, emphasizing work-life balance.  
• Prioritize Your Well-Being: Access comprehensive health plans designed to support your physical and mental health.
• Save for tomorrow: Take advantage of our Group RRSP program with company matching.
• Stay Energized: Enjoy well-stocked snack options in our offices and regular team outings to build connections and have fun.

At Semios, we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and we welcome everyone.