Jobs at OCS Ontario Cannabis Store (Now Hiring) — 3 open

 

About Us

The Ontario Cannabis Store provides safe, responsible access to recreational cannabis for adults 19 and older. We operate the sole legal online store for recreational cannabis in Ontario and are the provincial wholesaler of cannabis for private retail stores.

Working at the OCS is a unique opportunity to be part of an agile start-up in a ground-breaking new industry.  We’re a diverse team passionate about delivering a great customer experience, working together with mutual respect and building value out of our differences.  We’re an inclusive organization that understands that delivering great results comes out of ensuring every voice is heard.  

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team!

 

In this role, you will provide specialized expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance, helping to develop and enhance accounting systems while addressing complex financial challenges. You will support the accounting function at the OCS by managing transaction processing and reporting activities related to inventory, licensed producers (LPs), vendor reconciliations, and risk management.

 

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for executing day-to-day general ledger accounting, performing reconciliations, supporting month-end close activities, and delivering financial analysis focused on inventory. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Finance, IT, Merchandising, and Supply Chain to ensure the accurate and timely processing of inventory transactions.

 

About Your Day

• Identify process improvement opportunities and enhance existing accounting procedures and controls.
• Support period-end activities, including financial reporting, inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and analysis.
• Manage inventory accounting by reviewing daily activity, performing variance analysis, validating transactions, and coordinating with DC, IT, and Supply Chain to resolve discrepancies.
• Lead vendor-related processes, including reconciliations, chargebacks, AR recovery, and dispute resolution, while partnering with vendors and internal teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Retail, IT, Treasury, and AP to improve processes, manage inventory movements, and support vendor transactions.
• Develop financial models, KPIs, and reporting (weekly/monthly) to support analysis, cost of sales insights, and management presentations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory obligations, including supporting internal and external audits.
• Oversee tax-related activities such as HST reporting, reconciliation, and submissions.
• Prepare ad hoc analysis, reports, and documentation, maintaining accurate records and supporting data extraction from Microsoft Dynamics 365.

 

 

About You         

• Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in finance or accounting
• Experience with inventory accounting; Microsoft Dynamics is an asset
• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA)
• Strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and understanding of IFRS
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

 

About the Job

• Location: Toronto, ON near York Mills and Yonge Street
• Hours of Work: 36.25 a week
• Employment Type: 12 Month Contract Full-Time
• Required Travel: Rare, usually within the GTA

 

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $81,000- $91,000. This is a pay grade 6 role, with a salary range of $71,777.30- $107,379.81. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

We are committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive candidate and employee experience. We provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process and in employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know, we will work with you to meet your needs.