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Financial Accounting Specialist
TEMPORARYCanada$82k - $103k

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Location

Canada

Salary

$82k - $103k (CAD)

Type

TEMPORARY

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About this role

Job Type:

Temporary (Durée déterminée)

Invest in you, JOIN AGROPUR. We DAIRY you!

Agropur is looking for a Financial Accounting Specialist to join its team in St‑Hubert for a temporary 15‑month period.

As a Financial Accounting Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of Agropur Canada’s financial statements. Reporting to the Manager, Financial Accounting, you will contribute to the consolidation of Canadian and U.S. results, the analysis and accounting of complex transactions, and the continuous improvement of financial processes. You will also act as a subject‑matter expert within the team, supporting cross‑functional financial activities and participating in strategic projects across the organization.

 

At Agropur, we invest in YOU:

  • Flexible remote work options;

  • Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;

  • Employee assistance program;

  • Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.);

  • Bright offices surrounded by nature and offering a wide range of services (free indoor parking, gym, etc.);

  • Salary scale 005: $82,600 to $103,200 (Base salary will be determined based on your academic background, experience, training, and skills related to the position.)

 

What this role involves:

More specifically, as a Financial Accounting Specialist, your responsibilities include:

  • Leading the preparation of Agropur Canada’s financial statements, including accounting, tax, and year‑end audit files, as well as monthly balance‑sheet analyses in collaboration with internal teams.

  • Ensuring the consolidation of U.S. entities, including the import of trial balances, reconciliation of intercompany balances, and review of accounting entries.

  • Analyzing and overseeing the accounting of commodity hedging programs in the United States, including the preparation of quarterly presentations for senior management.

  • Analyzing and accounting for provisions related to the CNESST retroactive plan, in collaboration with Human Capital teams.

  • Managing the accounting of the accounts receivable factoring program, in partnership with Accounts Receivable and Treasury teams.

  • Supporting business partners within Sales and Marketing, including budget preparation and monitoring for these cost centres.

  • Contributing to collective agreement negotiations through the preparation and review of financial files and providing support to Human Capital teams.

  • Reviewing selected bank reconciliations and coaching junior team members and interns within the financial accounting team.

What you need to join our team:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting option

  • CPA designation

  • Strong expertise in financial accounting, particularly hedge accounting

  • Solid knowledge of ERP systems, including Oracle and SAP

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookup functions, macros)

  • Excellent command of English, both spoken and written

  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in public accounting firms and/or industry

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

  • Strong attention to detail and rigor

  • Customer‑focused mindset and collaborative approach

 

We’re ready, are you? JOIN AGROPUR.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

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Tech stack
Financial Accounting,Hedge Accounting,ERP Systems,Oracle,SAP,Excel,Communication Skills,Attention To Detail,Customer Focused,Collaborative Approach

About Agropur

À propos d’Agropur

Agropur est la plus importante coopérative laitière canadienne et l’un des principaux fournisseurs de produits laitiers dans le secteur du détail, des services alimentaires et industriels en Amérique du Nord.

Fondée en 1938, la Coopérative constitue une source de fierté pour ses près de 2 700 membres basés au Québec, en Ontario et dans les provinces de l’Atlantique, et nos 7 000 employés. Opérant 29 usines au Canada et aux États-Unis, Agropur a généré un chiffre d’affaires de 8,8 milliards de dollars canadiens en 2024 et transformé plus de 6,8 milliards de litres de lait.

Les membres et employés de la Coopérative concrétisent au quotidien la vision « Meilleur lait. Meilleur monde. » visant le développement économique et social de leurs communautés et le respect de l’environnement et du bien-être animal.
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About Agropur

Agropur is the largest dairy cooperative in Canada and one of the leading suppliers of dairy products in the retail, food service, and industrial sectors in North America.

Founded in 1938, the Cooperative is a source of pride for its nearly 2,700 members based in Quebec, Ontario, and the Atlantic provinces, and its 7,000 employees. Operating 29 plants in Canada and the United States, Agropur generated revenues of $8.8 billion CAD in 2024 and processed more than 6.8 billion liters of milk.

The Cooperative’s members and employees work every day to achieve a shared vision, “Better Dairy. Better World.”, aimed at developing their communities economically and socially while respecting the environment and animal welfare.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1938

What you'll do

  • The Financial Accounting Specialist will lead the preparation of financial statements and ensure the consolidation of U.S. entities. They will also analyze complex transactions and support cross-functional financial activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Agropur pay for a Financial Accounting Specialist?

Agropur offers a competitive compensation package for the Financial Accounting Specialist role. The salary range is CAD 83k - 103k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Financial Accounting Specialist do at Agropur?

As a Financial Accounting Specialist at Agropur, you will: the Financial Accounting Specialist will lead the preparation of financial statements and ensure the consolidation of U.S. entities. They will also analyze complex transactions and support cross-functional financial activities..

Why join Agropur as a Financial Accounting Specialist?

Agropur is a leading Food and Beverage Manufacturing company. The Financial Accounting Specialist role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Financial Accounting Specialist position at Agropur remote?

The Financial Accounting Specialist position at Agropur is based in Canada, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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