Comptable Principal / Senior Accountant

BellatRx•Pointe-Claire, QC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

BellatRx is a mid-market, privately held, packaging equipment manufacturer with clients and suppliers in North America and across the world. At BellatRx, our actions are guided by these 5 core values that have been key to our success as a global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution, and service of packaging machines and complete packaging lines. We are looking for an Accounting Manager to report to the Controller and oversee the entire accounting cycle while supporting budgeting, financial analysis, and continuous process improvement. This position is ideal for a very organized individual who values collaboration and delivering accurate and timely results. This role suits someone who prefers to support and guide others, sets clear expectations, and builds trust gradually while maintaining high standards.

Requirements

5–7 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in a manufacturing environment
Professional Diploma (or equivalent) in Accounting
Strong knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Experience with ERP systems (Infor/Syteline an asset)
Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and resourcefulness
Solid knowledge of accounting practices and financial analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Diplomatic, empathetic, and customer-oriented approach
Process improvement experience
Experience supervising accounting staff
Excellent communication skills in English and French (written and spoken)

Nice To Haves

CPA designation

Responsibilities

Ensure the full accounting cycle operates according to established procedures and timelines, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, credit cards, expense reports, commissions, and sales taxes.
Ensure General Ledger accuracy and compliance with internal and external requirements.
Manage period-end and year-end activities, including journal entries and reporting for external accountants.
Prepare quarterly financial statements and financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Participate in the budgeting process by providing accurate data and forecasts.
Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders’ accounting and financial questions.
Identify and support process improvement opportunities, including leveraging IT solutions.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve cross-departmental issues effectively.
Contribute to the documentation of processes and procedures, along with related administrative follow-up tasks.
Manage a team of accounting technicians.
Set KPIs, goals, and objectives for the team.
Ensure consistent performance and engagement within the team.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Provide training, coaching, mentorship, and guidance to the team.
Oversee recruitment, performance management, and disciplinary processes when required.