Associate Accountant

Join Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.,: Where Moments Matter

At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re more than a company - we’re curators of unforgettable moments. Our portfolio boasts some of Canada’s most iconic and award-winning brands, including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb’s rum, Ungava gin, McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs, Ace Beverage Group’s Cottage Springs, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village, and Good Vines, and Foreign Affair wines. But that’s just the beginning.

Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard, Corby represents leading international brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, and Skrewball™ whiskey., and Perrier-Jouët and Mumm champagnes, – making our portfolio the most comprehensive in the market.

Why Choose Us?

Igniting Conviviality: Derived from the French word “convivialité,” our ethos centres on human connection, authenticity, and friendliness. We create moments that matter, starting with how we work together.

Progressive Opportunities: Fuel your ambition with outstanding career prospects and rewards. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, we’re invested in your growth.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role is $55,400.00 to $69,300.00 CAD. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Job Summary

Join our North America Accounting team and build a strong foundation for a long-term career in finance and accounting. As an Associate Accountant, you'll gain broad exposure to accounting operations, month-end close activities, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance while partnering with colleagues across the business. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who is eager to learn, develop technical expertise, and pursue professional growth within a global organization.

Who Will Love This Job

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy analyzing data, identifying discrepancies, and solving problems.
• Have a strong attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.
• Are naturally curious and eager to learn new systems, processes, and accounting concepts.
• Enjoy collaborating with others and building strong working relationships across teams.
• Can balance multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Are interested in pursuing your CPA designation and growing your accounting career.

What You'll Do

• Support monthly close activities for statutory and management general ledgers.
• Complete intercompany and balance sheet account reconciliations and participate in the global intercompany reconciliation process.
• Record daily accounting transactions, including intercompany billings, purchases, and inventory activity.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations and reporting requirements for business partners and brand owners.
• Support the preparation of Pernod Ricard reporting packages.
• Manage purchase order generation through both automated and manual processes.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Prepare routine journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Perform inventory reconciliations across multiple locations.
• Support monthly VAT and sales tax filings and remittances for multiple entities.
• Contribute to ad hoc projects, process improvements, and special assignments as needed.

What's In it for Me?

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience in a similar environment.
• Interest in pursuing a Canadian CPA designation; CPA Ontario student registration preferred.
• Basic knowledge of accounting processes, internal controls, and IFRS principles.
• Experience working with integrated accounting systems and transactional accounting processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with JD Edwards E1 and Hubble (Insight Software) is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

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When you join Corby and Hiram Walker, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. Learn about our rich heritage by clicking HERE for Corby and HERE for Hiram Walker.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRCanadaBenefits.com for details.

At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the any phase of the recruitment process or want to review our accommodation policies, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at Accessibilty.Canada@pernod-ricard.com.

This posting is for a vacant role. This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Join us in creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice matters. Apply today!